First Aid for Major Bleeds and/or Shock in a Bike Accident

Martin and Anthony from St John Ambulance Australia share with us some First Aid tips when out riding. What should you do when a cyclist comes off and is bleeding heavily and / or suffering from shock?
- Ensure there is no other danger to anyone else
- Make sure the incident area is made as safe as possible
- Call 000 immediately (or the emergency number for the country in which you are)
- Actively stabilise the patient and minimalise their movement
- Attempt to stem the bleeding
- Treat for shock by lying the person flat and elevating the legs unless the legs are too damaged - this helps blood go to the main organs, but especially to the brain
www.bikeexchange.com.au/log
www.bikeexchange.co.nz/blog
www.bikeexchange.com/blog
www.bikeexchange.de/blog