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Airway obstruction (AO) caused by a foreign body is the sudden obstruction or prevention of airflow between the outside environment and the lungs. It is classified as: partial obstruction,…

In the event of spontaneous bleeding or bleeding following a minor impact, sit the casualty down with their head tilted forwards to prevent them from swallowing their own blood; ask the casualty to…

Lay the victim down horizontally on their side, or sit them up slightly if they are unable to lie down or are showing signs of breathing difficulties; continue…

External haemorrhage is the discharge of blood from within the body through a natural orifice (ear, nose, mouth, urinary tract, anus, vagina). Causes External haemorrhage may be caused by…

protect your hands with disposable gloves; stop the bleeding immediately: move clothing aside if necessary; apply direct pressure if there is no foreign object, …

External haemorrhage is a profuse and visible flow of blood that escapes from the blood vessels through a wound and does not stop of its own accord. Causes External haemorrhage is…

The victim is conscious. If they have a serious airway obstruction, follow the appropriate procedure. Otherwise: never lay the victim flat; position the…

Respiratory distress is defined as an impairment of respiratory function which, in the short term, may affect the body’s other vital functions (circulatory and neurological functions) and lead to…

If the victim is conscious, lay them down whilst ensuring they are kept warm and quickly isolating them from the ground; administer oxygen by inhalation if necessary; If there is no…

Neurological distress refers to an impairment of nervous system function which, in the short term, may affect the body’s other vital functions (circulatory function, respiratory function) and lead to…

The victim is conscious. If they are bleeding externally, follow the appropriate first-aid procedure. Otherwise, or once the bleeding has been stopped: lay the victim down…

Circulatory distress is defined as an impairment of circulatory function which, in the short term, can affect the body’s other vital functions (respiratory function, neurological function) and lead to…