First Aid
DRSABCD Action Plan
Danger
Always check the danger to you, any bystanders and then the injured or ill person. Make sure you do not put yourself in danger when going to the assistance of another person.
Response
Is the person conscious? Do they respond when you talk to them, touch their hands or squeeze their shoulder?
Airway
Is the person’s airway clear? Is the person breathing?
Breathing
Check for breathing by looking for chest movements (up and down). Listen by putting your ear near to their mouth and nose. Feel for breathing by putting your hand on the lower part of their chest. If the person is unconscious but breathing, turn them onto their side, carefully ensuring that you keep their head, neck and spine in alignment. Monitor their breathing until you hand over to the ambulance officers.
CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
Perform CPR.
Defibrillator
For unconscious adults who are not breathing, apply an automated external defibrillator (AED) if one is available.