The recent death of Celestine Muthengei, a second-year student of Community Development at the Mt Kenya University student, after she was stubbed has left students feeling that they should have done something to save her life.
Celestine died on Monday, June 14, after she was allegedly attacked by her jilted boyfriend at around 8pm while in her hostel room.
According to the police, the suspect stabbed Celestine in the chest, on her back, head and limbs. She was rushed to Thika Level Five Hospital, but succumbed to her injuries.
According to her roommates, the suspect entered their hostel after they had had their supper.
“He calmly asked where the deceased was. He looked and acted polite and none of us could suspect he could be having an ill motive. In fact, some of us thought he was a classmate to the deceased,” said one of the roommates.
“You thought I could no longer find you. You have been cheating on me,” the suspect had said before drawing a knife from pocket and stubbing her repeatedly.
The shocking death of a bubbly Celestine has left students feeling that those who were at the scene should have at least dome some Fast Aid to save her life. The students have been discussing the incident in hushed tones – proof that it has affected them grossly.
“I send my deepest condolences from Masinde Muliro University may her soul rest in peace but Justice must be served for our beloved comrade. An injure to one comrade is an injure to us all,” stated one Byron.
“I feel we should have saved her. I kept hearing people calling her name, Celestine, Celestine, and yet she was bleeding on the floor, and dying. Just calling her name was not going to save her,” noted one of the students.
“Does it mean that students in the university don’t understand how to conduct simple First Aid? I think First Aid course should be introduced in the university,” added another.
“I agree. All students need to learn at least something about First Aid. It could be the difference between life and death,” added another student.
If someone is bleeding the priority is to stop the blood coming out! Always wear gloves when dealing with bleeding. Photo/Courtesy
The students also wondered whether love relationships in the campus were worth killing for – with many saying that love in campus are trivial, and childish unions that should not be taken seriously.
“If a girls says no to you, you don’t have to kill her. Just walk away and get another girl or boy. This is just campus, it’s not like you are married,” noted another student.
“I would rather remain a virgin and stick to my books until I am done with campus. Let’s respect life. You don’t have to kill someone if you really love them,” noted Pam in another forum.
Importance of First Aid
It is important to know how to help if someone has been stabbed.
Serious bleeding is a common result of stab wounds. There are simple steps to follow that could help save lives.
If someone is bleeding the priority is to stop the blood coming out! Always wear gloves when dealing with bleeding.
Do not wash a major injury because it will be cleaned in hospital.
Sit or lie the person down – to manage shock and prevent them from feeling dizzy and faint
Examine the area to see if there is anything stuck in the wound – if there is do not remove it.
Pressure – apply direct pressure on the wound to stop the blood coming out.
Some of the Shock is ‘a lack of oxygen to the tissues of the body. The most likely cause is a fall in blood volume or blood pressure.
If the person is pale, cold, clammy and showing signs of shock, or if there is a lot of blood – help their circulation by lying them down and raising their legs. Elevate the bleeding wound and apply direct pressure to control the bleeding.
Keep them warm and get emergency help.
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