Centre Class

DR ABC

When approaching what looks like a seriously injured or unconscious person to administer first aid. This "DR ABC" can help you to remember what to do......

anger

Danger - Check the area, make sure YOU are safe and so are people around you.

esponse

Response - Can the casualty hear your voice? Can they open and close their eyes? are there any movements? Do they respond to touch?

irway

Airway - Is there a blockage in the throat or have they swallowed their tongue? Is the head in a suitable position to allow breathing? Care should be taken not to make anything worse but the airway MUST be cleared if it is blocked.

reathing

Breathing - Can the casualty breathe clearly? Once the airway is clear, is there any other problem - the lungs for example?

irculation

Circulation - IS there a pulse? Is the heart beating? Is the pulse weak / strong / racing?