DRSABCD & CPR
What does the “D” in DRSABCD stand for?
Danger
What is a common symptom of a sprain?
Swelling, bruising, and limited movement
Name one item that should be in every first aid kit.
Bandages, gloves, antiseptic, etc.
What can you use to make an arm sling if you don’t have a triangle bandage?
A jumper, scarf, or bandana
What number do you dial in Australia for emergencies?
000
What is the correct CPR ratio for an adult?
30 compressions : 2 breaths
What do you do if someone is bitten by a snake?
Keep them still, apply a pressure bandage, call for help
What is the main difference between a wilderness and urban first aid kit?
Wilderness kits are more comprehensive and include gear for longer-term care
Name one item that can be used as padding in a splint.
Socks, hike mat, jumper
What’s one limitation of relying on a mobile phone in remote areas?
No reception
How can you check if someone is breathing?
Look, listen, and feel for 10 seconds. E.g rise and fall of chest.
Name one difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Heat stroke involves confusion, possible unconsciousness, and lack of sweating
What is a triangle bandage used for?
Slings, securing limbs, head wounds, etc.
How could a tarp be used to assist with first aid?
As a stretcher, to keep patient dry/warm, shelter
What is a PLB and why is it useful?
Personal Locator Beacon – sends emergency signal with GPS
What should you do if a person is unconscious but breathing?
Place them in the recovery position
What is the first step if a person starts having an asthma attack?
Help them use their reliever inhaler (puffer)
Why is it important to carry gloves in your kit?
To prevent infection and protect both rescuer and patient
How can shoelaces or a belt help when treating an injury?
They can secure a splint or be used as a tourniquet in extreme cases
What 3 things should you tell emergency services when calling?
Who you are, where you are, what happened
What does an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) do, and when would you use it?
Delivers a shock to restart the heart; use when the patient is unresponsive and not breathing. i.e after performing CPR
What is hypothermia and how can you treat it?
Body temperature drops too low; treat by warming slowly, dry clothing, warm fluids
What items are essential for treating a broken limb in the bush?
Splint material (sticks, padding, bandages)
Describe how you’d build a stretcher using only sticks, rope, and a tarp.
Lay tarp flat, place sticks along each side, roll tarp edges around sticks, tie with rope to secure
What is the Emergency Plus app and how can it help in a remote area?
It’s a free app that uses GPS to give your exact location to emergency services