First Aid Show Australia Daily Minute

You’ve treated the patient, the ambulance arrives, and suddenly you’re trying to remember vital signs, medications, and exactly what happened. A structured handover can make all the difference and help ensure important information isn’t forgotten.
In this episode, you’ll learn how the IMIST-AMBO handover format is used in Australian pre-hospital care and why it helps first aiders, paramedics, and healthcare professionals communicate clearly. You’ll discover what each letter stands for and how a structured handover can improve patient care and support a smooth transfer of responsibility.
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When someone suffers a burn, many people immediately reach for the burn gel. But should the gel be the first treatment, or is there something more important that needs to happen first?
 
In this episode, you’ll learn what burn gels are, when they can be used, and why cool running water remains the most important first aid treatment for burns. You’ll also discover the indications, contraindications, and limitations of burn gels, and why they should support—not replace—proper burn care.
 
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For many years, EpiPen was the only adrenaline device that most Australians recognised. Today, several different medications and delivery devices are available for the emergency treatment of anaphylaxis, including injectors and the new intranasal adrenaline spray.
In this episode, you’ll learn about the different anaphylaxis medications currently approved in Australia, including EpiPen, Anapen, Jext, and neffy. You’ll also discover the role of antihistamines in mild allergic reactions and why adrenaline remains the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis.
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It may look like a simple piece of cloth, but the triangular bandage is one of the most versatile items found in a first aid kit. From supporting injured arms to securing splints and dressings, this humble bandage has been helping first aiders for generations.
In this episode, you’ll learn the many uses of the triangular bandage, how it can be used to support and immobilise injuries, and some practical tips to improve patient comfort and safety. You’ll also discover why checking circulation and correctly positioning sling knots are important parts of good first aid care.
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Do you have a story, skill, research project, or experience that could help educate and inspire first aiders and first responders?
Expressions of Interest are now open for speakers and presenters at the First Aid Show 2027.
We’re seeking engaging presentations across first aid, emergency care, mental health, resuscitation, trauma, education, innovation, and more.
The First Aid Show is Australia’s first and only conference dedicated to first aiders and first responders.
To submit your expression of interest, contact:
📧 events@firstaidshow.com.au
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We often hear the phrase “airway comes first” in first aid, but what exactly is the trachea and why is it so important? This vital structure carries air to and from the lungs and plays a critical role in breathing, airway management, and emergency care.
In this episode, you’ll learn what the trachea does, how it keeps the airway open, and why it is essential for delivering oxygen to the lungs. You’ll also discover how airway obstruction, swelling, and injury can affect the trachea and why recognising airway problems early is such an important first aid skill.
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For many years, first aiders were taught not to move a patient with a suspected spinal injury. But what happens if the patient is unconscious, not breathing normally, or lying in a dangerous location? Modern spinal management focuses on balancing patient safety with lifesaving care.
In this episode, you’ll learn the priorities of spinal injury management, why airway, breathing, and circulation always come first, and how to care for both conscious and unconscious patients with suspected spinal injuries. You’ll also discover why minimising movement has replaced complete immobilisation and what spinal management topics we’ll cover in future episodes.
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Everybody has heard the numbers — 120 over 80, 140 over 90, or perhaps 90 over 60. But what do those numbers actually mean, and why is blood pressure considered one of the body’s most important vital signs?
In this episode, you’ll learn what blood pressure is, the difference between systolic and diastolic pressure, and what is generally considered a normal blood pressure range for adults. You’ll also discover the terms hypertension and hypotension, how blood pressure is measured, and why understanding a patient’s normal blood pressure can be just as important as the reading itself.
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If a puffer and spacer can work just as well as a nebuliser during an asthma attack, why are spacers so important? And how can a simple plastic chamber help more medication reach the lungs?
In this episode, you’ll learn what an asthma spacer does, who should use one, and why it can improve the delivery of inhaled medications. You’ll also discover why spacers are recommended during asthma attacks, when a mask may be needed, and how proper cleaning and maintenance help keep them working effectively.
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Should you pop a blister or leave it alone? While many people reach for a needle or try to burst it, that small pocket of fluid may actually be protecting the skin underneath.
In this episode, you’ll learn what causes blisters, why friction and moisture play such an important role, and how simple measures such as proper footwear and socks can help prevent them. You’ll also discover how to treat a blister, when to leave it intact, and when medical advice may be needed.
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