Emergency Care
What does the first 'D' stand for in DRSABCD
Danger
Which position should an unconscious but breathing casualty be placed in?
Recovery position
Which type of injury affects muscles, ligaments and tendons?
Soft tissue injury.
What does the "R" stand for in RICER?
Rest
What is hyperthermia?
When the body becomes dangerously overheated.
After checking for danger and response, what should you do next?
Send for help
Name two signs of shock
Pale skin, cold & clammy skin, rapid pulse, weakness, confusion
Name one example of a hard tissue injury.
Fracture (or broken bone).
What does STOP stand for?
Stop, Talk, Observe, Prevent.
Name two ways athletes can stay hydrated during exercise.
1. Drink water regularly
2. Drink before becoming thirsty
3. Replace electrolytes during long exercise
4. Drink after exercise
Name the three aims in first aid
1. Preserve life
2. Prevent the injury or illness from worsening
3. Promote recovery
A student with asthma is struggling to breathe. What is the first piece of equipment they should use?
Their reliever inhaler (puffer).
What is an overuse injury?
An injury caused by repeated stress without enough recovery time.
During TOTAPS, what does the "A" stand for?
Active movement
Name two health professionals involved in rehabilitation.
Why should you never move a casualty with a suspected spinal injury unless absolutely necessary?
Because moving them could worsen damage to the spinal cord and cause permanent paralysis.
List three signs that may indicate someone is having a heart attack.
Chest pain, pain spreading to arm/jaw, shortness of breath, sweating, nausea
List three signs of concussion.
Headache, dizziness, confusion, memory loss, nausea, balance problems
Why is warming up before exercise important?
It increases body temperature, prepares muscles and joints for activity, improves flexibility and reduces injury risk.
Why is rehabilitation important after a sports injury?
It restores strength, movement and confidence while reducing the chance of re-injury.
A football player is unconscious, and not breathing normally. Explain the first four steps you should perform.
A soccer player suddenly becomes confused, shaky and sweaty during a match. They tell you they have diabetes. What has most likely happened?
Suspect hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar).
Why should an athlete with suspected concussion never return to play immediately?
Because concussion affects brain function and returning too early increases the risk of further brain injury and prolonged recovery.
A netball player twists their ankle. Explain how you would use both STOP and RICER to manage the injury.
Your soccer team is playing in 38°C heat. Describe a strategy the coach should use before, during and after the match to reduce heat illness.