Feux de Forêt
What to do in the event of a serious airway obstruction
If the victim is conscious, leave them in the position they are in, usually standing or sitting; give them a few ‘slaps on the back’; carry out…
What to do in the event of a partial airway obstruction
Never attempt to clear the airway; place the victim in the position in which they feel most comfortable; encourage them to cough*; administer oxygen by inhalation,…
Acute airway obstruction caused by a foreign body: definition, causes, risks and consequences
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,…
What to do in the event of a nosebleed
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…
What to do if someone is bleeding from the mouth
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 haemorrhages: definition, causes, risks and consequences
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…
What to do in the event of external bleeding
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: definition, causes, risks and consequences
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…
What to do in the event of respiratory distress
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: definition, causes, risks and consequences
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…
How to respond to a neurological emergency
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: definition, causes, risks and consequences
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…
Explore live