Ep171 The Pupils: What Can They Tell Us?

Ep200 First Aid Fast Quiz 20

It’s time to test your first aid knowledge again. From medication administration and oral glucose to SpO₂ monitors, anaphylaxis, redback spiders, spinal anatomy, wound care, and snake bite management, how much can you remember from the last ten episodes? In this quiz episode, you’ll put your knowledge to the test, revisit some important first aid concepts, and see if you can recall the key signs, treatments, and principles that every first aider should know. #dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #firstaid #firstaidtraining #firstaidquiz #knowledgecheck #prehospitalcare #emergencycare

Ep199 Australian Snake Bite Management

You’ve recognised the signs of a snake bite, but what should you do next? Should you wash the wound, try to identify the snake, or immediately apply a bandage? The first few minutes after a suspected snake bite can make a significant difference. In this episode, you’ll learn the key steps in managing a suspected Australian snake bite, why pressure immobilisation is so important, and why keeping the patient still may be one of the most effective treatments available. You’ll also discover which common first aid actions should be avoided. #dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #firstaid #firstaidtraining #snakebite #pressureimmobilisation #australiansnakes #prehospitalcare

Ep198 Anaphylaxis Management Plans

What happens after the allergic reaction is over? Once the adrenaline has been given and the patient has recovered, having a clear management plan becomes one of the most important parts of living with an allergy. In this episode, you’ll learn why anaphylaxis action plans are essential, who should have access to them, and why regular follow-up with healthcare professionals is so important. You’ll also discover how management plans can help at home, at school, at work, and when travelling. #dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #firstaid #firstaidtraining #anaphylaxis #allergymanagement #ascia #epipen

Ep197 What’s in a First Aid Kit? The Combine Dressing

It’s called a dressing, but it isn’t designed to stay on a wound for days. So what exactly is a combine dressing, and why is it one of the most useful items in a first aid kit when bleeding occurs? In this episode, you’ll learn what a combine dressing is, the different sizes it comes in, and how it helps manage bleeding by absorbing blood and protecting the wound. You’ll also discover why removing a blood-soaked dressing may not always be the best option. #dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #firstaid #firstaidtraining #combinedressing #bleedingcontrol #firstaidkit #woundcare

Ep196 The Spine: Anatomy

The spine does much more than hold us upright. It protects the spinal cord, allows movement, and acts as the body’s communication pathway between the brain and the rest of the body. But what happens when that system is damaged? In this episode, you’ll learn the basic anatomy of the spine, the different regions of the vertebral column, and the important role the spinal cord plays in movement and sensation. You’ll also discover why understanding spinal anatomy helps first aiders recognise and manage potential spinal injuries. #dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #firstaid #firstaidtraining #spine #spinalinjury #anatomy #prehospitalcare