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This section covers common medical conditions that may threaten a casualty’s life unless quick action is taken to treat those conditions. The early identification and treatment of these conditions can save a life.

Topics covered in this section:

• Anaphylaxis
• Asthma
• Choking

• Croup and Epiglottitis
• Diabetes
• Drowning
• Epilepsy
• Fainting
• Heart Conditions
• Hyperventilation
• Poisoning
• Drug Overdose
• Stroke
• Environmental Emergencies
• Bites and Stings

By the end of this section you should be able to:

• Recognise and manage medical emergencies.
• Recognise and manage poisoning
• Recognise and manage environmental emergencies.
• Identify and treat bites and sting.