Planning for any first aid intervention is essential for a successful outcome. It can help to ensure the safety for the responder, increase confidence, improve communication with other agencies as well as increase the chance of survival and a better recovery. Some of the factors to consider are:
- situational analysis, such as surveying the scene, primary and secondary surveys
- priority assessment procedures
- DRSABCD procedures
- CPR
- calling for help and emergency services
- emergency contacts