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Recent FAQs

Is the recovery position the same for children and adults?

What about bruises – can they ever be serious?

How does the primary survey relate to the secondary survey?

Can someone choke silently?

What if the casualty keeps trying to roll onto their back?

Are all nosebleeds harmless?

How does consent work for children and vulnerable adults?

What should I do after a needlestick or blood splash incident?

How do burns relate to safeguarding concerns?

What if I mistake a faint or other event for a seizure?

Can a heart attack present without chest pain?

What is the role of aspirin in suspected stroke?

Should I inject their insulin or adjust their pump during a hypo?

Should I move someone having anaphylaxis outside for fresh air?

Should first aiders use sepsis screening tools like NEWS2?

Is the recovery position different for pregnant casualties?

Can choking lead to cardiac arrest?

What should I do if there is an object stuck in the wound?

How is shock different from fainting?

Are frequent bruises or minor injuries ever a safeguarding concern?

What if I am alone – should I finish the whole survey before calling 999?

Can tourniquets be useful in crush injuries?

Are electrical burns always serious even if they look small?

Should I ever remove a contact lens after chemical exposure?

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