Getting a response from the patient is one of those topics that is very easily glossed over in First Aid Training. Here's is a post on how to get a response.
The body is designed to work in a very narrow temperature range (within a couple of degrees). As such, it works very hard to stay in the optimal temperature range. […]
Agriculture is one of the most dangerous industries in Australia, with a fatal injury rate six times higher than the national average. Fatigue is a major contributor to this high rate of […]
Australia’s agricultural sector is no stranger to the scorching heat, and with rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves, heat illness is a growing concern for farmers, farmworkers, and the wider […]
As the Australian landscape comes alive with the early arrival of warmer weather, so does the presence of snakes. With reports of snakes being spotted earlier this year, it’s a […]
In a world where unexpected accidents and emergencies can strike at any moment, being prepared is paramount. Whether you’re in a bustling urban setting or exploring the great outdoors, having […]
Introduction:A chipped tooth can be a painful and unsettling experience, but knowing how to handle it promptly and effectively can make all the difference. In this guide, we will walk […]
Whenever you need a tourniquet it is a very bad day. The maths of fluid volume loss vs time don’t work in our favour as First Aiders. So, Quick tip […]
Over the last few months I have had a few questions about Head Injury management and the role of pain medication in Head Injuries. So, if one person asks the […]
Whenever we apply our First Aid it means something hasn’t gone to plan that day!! And Murphy’s Law suggests that the time and place will be of the least convenience. […]