Psychological first aid Save this page as a PDF Psychological first aid is a method of assisting people when they are in distress and helping them feel calm and supported in coping with their challenges. It addresses both the emotional and social needs of individuals, to empower people...
Oxygen administrationUntil emergency medical care is available, give supplementary oxygen in circumstances defined below, if specifically trained to do so. Save this page as a PDF Giving oxygen to a person with a severe illness or injury is generally accepted practice, although there is no...
Medication administration If the ill or injured person has prescribed medication which will help their condition, the first aid provider can assist them to take it, if local regulations allow. Save this page as a PDF Generally, a first aid provider is not authorised to prescribe or give...
De-escalation techniques for violent behaviourCreate a safe environment and relationship for and between the ill or injured person and any bystanders. Save this page as a PDF When dealing with emergencies, first aid providers may encounter people experiencing psychological trauma who require care...
Hand hygieneUse soap and water to wash your hands. Save this page as a PDF Good hand hygiene is an important measure to stop the spread of germs which may cause people to get sick. The Global Handwashing Partnership estimates that inadequate hand hygiene results in nearly 300,000 deaths each year,...
General approachProvide help while maintaining your safety, as well as the safety of the ill or injured person and any bystanders. Save this page as a PDF The actions of the first person on the scene of a first aid emergency are critical. While providing first aid is important, it is only one...