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Australian first-aid guides for emergencies, injuries and sudden illness. Start with the short answer, then use the detail, practice and print links around it.

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GUIDECPR: what to do when someone is not breathing normallyA quick Australian guide to starting CPR while help is on the way.GUIDEAdult chokingWhat to do when an adult or older child cannot breathe, speak or cough effectively.GUIDESevere bleedingHow to control heavy bleeding while waiting for emergency help.GUIDEAnaphylaxis: severe allergic reactionThe urgent steps to take when someone has a severe allergic reaction.GUIDEWhat to do when someone is unresponsiveA calm, practical guide to checking an unresponsive person and getting urgent help.GUIDEHow to use an AEDA practical guide to using an automated external defibrillator while waiting for emergency help.

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Injuries

GUIDEBurns and scaldsThe first steps for thermal burns, scalds and common household burns.GUIDESevere bleedingHow to control heavy bleeding while waiting for emergency help.GUIDEFractures, sprains and dislocationsHow to protect an injured limb until medical care is available.GUIDEHead injury and concussionWhat to do after a blow to the head and when to seek urgent help.

Medical emergencies

GUIDEAsthma attackHow to help someone having asthma symptoms in Australia.GUIDEStroke: use FAST and call 000A quick way to recognise possible stroke signs and act without delay.GUIDEChest pain and suspected heart attackWhat to do if someone has chest pain or signs that may indicate a heart attack.GUIDESeizuresHow to keep someone safe during and after a seizure.GUIDEPoisoning and swallowed substancesWhat to do after someone swallows, inhales or gets a harmful substance on their skin.

Bites, stings and outdoors

GUIDESnake, spider and animal bitesAustralian first-aid guidance for bites, including when to use pressure immobilisation.GUIDEInsect and marine stingsFirst-aid steps for common insect stings and Australian marine stings.GUIDEHeat exhaustion and heatstrokeHow to recognise dangerous overheating and respond quickly.

The resource loop

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PRINTABLECPR quick-reference posterCall 000, start CPR and use an AED as soon as available.PRINTABLEChoking response guideA quick reminder for effective and severe choking.PRINTABLEAnaphylaxis action guideLay the person flat if possible, give adrenaline without delay and call 000.PRACTICECPR rhythm trainerPractise a steady compression rhythm for 30 seconds.PRACTICEAdult choking: the café momentMake the next safe move when an adult cannot speak or cough effectively, then respond if the person collapses.PRACTICEStroke FAST: the sudden changeCheck a sudden change in a real Australian workplace scene, then act even if the signs improve.