24/03/2021
🌟 What to ask a casualty 🌟
When dealing with a casualty as a first aider in a non-emergency situation, here are 8 questions you can ask to better understand what’s happened and what you need to do next.
⭐ What’s your name? If you’re helping somebody, you’ve already introduced yourself, it’s much easier and trusting if you’re on first name terms.
⭐ How old are you? They may be happy to tell you.
⭐What led up to this event. They may or may not remember, but all they can tell you would be helpful.
⭐ Ask if they have any allergies? They might be having an allergic reaction to allegen.
⭐ Do you have a pre-existing medical condition? There are many conditions that can affect a person’s normal way of life.
⭐ If they have a pre-existing medical condition - have they taken their medication as required today?
⭐ Have they been eating? They could have food poisoning or an allergic reaction.
⭐ Have they been exercising? Maybe a strain or sprain.
Gathering information better helps you assess the casualty’s predicament. Passing the information onto the emergency services is vital.
Always keep calm – Listen – Be sympathetic – Assist where you can.
For more info, help, advice or to book a course please message me or here are my contact details. email is info@first-aid-development.co.uk or call 07770 376497
Kim Ronaldson – First aid instructor.