Treatments

Question 1

Shock

Answer 1

• follow drsabcd
• calm patient
• manage severe injuries
• maintain body heat
• give small amounts of water
• monitor breathing, response, skin colour, pulse
• if lose of consciousness, place into recovery position

Question 2

External breathing

Answer 2

• follow drsabcd
• lie patient down
• put pressure on wound (preferably with glove)
• clean + bandage + elevate
• if leaks through bandage over again
• prepare for shock if bleeding persists

Question 3

Hyperthermia

Answer 3

• drsabcd
• lie person in cool environment
• immerse in cool water (up to neck)
• wet with water, ice packs, fan continuously

Question 4

Hypothermia

Answer 4

• move out of cold, warm dry area
• remove wet clothing
• gentle movements, no rubbing for warmth r

Question 5

Heart attack

Answer 5

• drsabcd
• see if they have prescribed medication
• source defib

Question 6

Stroke

Answer 6

• call 000
• put in recovery position if not breathing properly
• don’t let fall unconscious
• begin CPR if they do
• DRSABCD if unconscious

Question 7

Fractions

Answer 7

• follow drsabcd
• control bleeding if any
• reassure patient, ask to stay still
• apply ice packs for limited bruising and pain relief