Medical Emergencies
This section covers common medical conditions that may threaten a casualty’s life unless quick action is taken to treat those conditions. The early identification and treatment of these conditions can save a life.
Topics covered in this section:
By the end of this section you should be able to:
This section covers common medical conditions that may threaten a casualty’s life unless quick action is taken to treat those conditions. The early identification and treatment of these conditions can save a life.
Topics covered in this section:
- Anaphylaxis
- Asthma
- Choking
- Croup and Epiglottitis
- Diabetes
- Drowning
- Epilepsy
- Fainting
- Heart Conditions
- Hyperventilation
- Poisoning
- Drug Overdose
- Stroke
- Environmental Emergencies
- Bites and Stings
By the end of this section you should be able to:
- Recognise and manage medical emergencies.
- Recognise and manage poisoning
- Recognise and manage environmental emergencies.
- Identify and treat bites and sting.
