DRSABCD is an acronym/mnemonic taught on first aid courses to help you have an action plan on how to respond in a medical emergency. It >stands for Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Defibrillation.

When should I use Drsabcd?

The DRSABCD action plan plays a vital part in assessing whether a patient has any life-threatening conditions and if any immediate first aid is necessary. This plan is taught in first aid training courses and brings a structured method to attending the scene of an accident.

What is the importance of Drsabcd?

DRSABCD stands for danger, response, send for help, airway, breathing, CPR and defibrillator. This approach helps increase the chances of survival of the patient as well as ensure the safety of the rescuers. When arriving into the scene, the first step to do is to identify possible dangers within the area.