A life-threatening emergency can be stressful, especially if it involves a loved one. Knowing what to do is critical in being ready to help.

We use an acronym to help remember the basic first aid steps in an emergency – DRSABCD.

D – Danger
R – Response
S – Send
A – Airway
B – Breathing
C – CPR
D – Defib

The St John DRSABCD Action Plan helps assess whether someone has any life-threatening conditions and if any immediate first aid is needed.

Now let’s understand each step.