First Aid

Patient assessment, ABCs

A Airway - Clear the airway (snow?)
B Breathing - Perform rescue breathing as necessary
C Circulation - Perform CPR as necessary

Basic Life Support

• Depending on ABCs, continue rescue breaths or CPR on patient
• Prevent further heat loss
• If patient is responsive and can control his/her airway, administer warm fluids
• Handle patient very gently
• Evacuate by helicopter whenever possible

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