We have gathered up some of the most commonly used first aid Mnemonics and Acronyms to help guide your first aid treatment.
Basic Life Support – DRSABCD
D Dangers
R Response
S Send for Help
A Airway
B Breathing
C Compressions
D Defib
Assessing an injury that might be a fracture – PILSDUCT
P Pain
I Irregularity
L Loss of movement or power
S Swelling
D Deformity
U Unnatural movement
C Crepitus
T Tenderness
Need to give a clear and concise handover – IMIST AMBO
I Identification
M Mechanism / Medical Complaint
I Injuries / Information relating to complaint/condition
S Signs
T Treatment and Trends
[Pause / Questions]
A Allergies
M Medications
B Background History
O Other Information
[Pause / Questions]
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