First aid plays a critical role in stabilising a patient’s condition to slow down and manage deterioration until professional medical help arrives. Here are some ways first aid can help stop a patient from deteriorating (these will be discussed in more detail...
Recognising deterioration in a patient during first aid is crucial for providing timely and appropriate care, and for preventing further harm to the patient. Deterioration often refers to a decline of organ function, and may present as: Respiratory deterioration:...
An important aspect of providing first aid is to be prepared for your patient to deteriorate. Patient deterioration refers to a worsening of a person’s health condition or physiological state. It can occur gradually or suddenly and may involve various aspects of...
Assessing patient status and prioritising care are crucial steps in first aid. It is important that you know how to assess the patient from head-to-toe to ensure you don’t overlook any problems that could be life-threatening and prioritise care effectively. When...
Being able to prioritise is a critical first aid skill In some first aid emergencies your main task will be to keep the patient reassured, comfortable and safe until help arrives. For serious emergencies however, it is likely that there will be several problems that...
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