Pre-reading

R = CHECK FOR REPONSE

CHECK FOR RESPONSE

Talk and Touch

Approach the casualty, speak in a calm clear manner, identify yourself by name and ask if you can help. For example ‘Hello, my name is Scott Williams, can I help you?’ Gently touch the casualty on the lower leg, hip and/or shoulder and ask ‘what is your name’ or ‘open your eyes’.

If the casualty RESPONDS then check for severe bleeding, if present treat the bleeding and then undertake a secondary survey.

If the casualty DOES NOT RESPOND Call 000 or 112, if you have not already done so and continue with the primary survey.