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FIRST AID PAGES
DRSABCD
Following the simple DRSABCD process below, the first aider makes a PRIMARY ASSESSMENT to locate any immediately life-threatening conditions. The findings will indicate any action to be taken. Depending on your findings you may need to commence CPR.
Repeat the DRSABCD sequence as needed.
OBSERVE/CHECK
ACTION
D
DANGERS
Check for hazards and risks. Check scene safety for:
ɠ yourself
ɠ the casualty ɠ bystanders
If possible, remove risks and dangers from scene. (Or remove casualty from risk.)
R
RESPONSE (AVPU)
Check for response.
Shout and tap.
S
SEND FOR HELP
Send for help.
Call ambulance 111 immediately if no response. Consider AED.
A
AIRWAY
Consider airway obstruction.
If no response open airway (Head tilt/Chin lift).
B
BREATHING
If not breathing normally. If breathing normally.
Commence CPR.
Make sure breathing is easy and not obstructed.
C
CIRCULATION/ CPR
If not breathing normally. If bleeding.
If showing signs of shock.
Commence CPR.
Control bleeding.
Manage shock and observe.
4
D
DEFIBRILLATION
GENERAL CARE
Vital signs. If not breathing normally.
When/if breathing normally position the casualty in the Stable Side Position.
Use AED if needed.
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PRIMARY ASSESSMENT – DRSABCD