In first aid and medicine, even the tiniest words can carry massive meaning.

In this episode, we unpack prefixes — those short word beginnings that tell you how fast, where, how many, or how big something is. From “tachy-” (fast, like tachycardia) to “sub-” (under, like subcutaneous bleeding), we show how these small clues help decode medical terms and improve your understanding in an emergency.

It’s a short lesson — with a big impact.

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Shock isn’t just emotional — in first aid, it’s a medical emergency where the body’s circulation fails, starving organs of oxygen and leading to collapse, unconsciousness, or worse.

In this episode, we break down how to recognise the signs and symptoms of shock. What’s the difference? Signs are what you see. Symptoms are what the patient feels and tells you.

We cover everything from dizziness and nausea to cool, clammy skin, rapid pulse, and confusion. Because spotting shock early — and acting fast — can save a life.

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When direct pressure isn't enough to stop life-threatening bleeding, it’s time to bring out the big guns—haemostatic dressings.

In this episode, we explain what haemostatic dressings are, how they work, and when a first aider might use them. These special gauzes, often used in military and trauma settings, are now becoming more common in civilian first aid kits—and for good reason.

Whether you're trained to use them or just curious, this is a must-know for serious bleeding emergencies.

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