# Life-Threatening Conditions

Life-threatening conditions require immediate medical intervention to prevent death or severe disability. These include cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, anaphylaxis, and major trauma.

**What are Life-Threatening Conditions?**

## First Aid for Life-Threatening Conditions

1. Call Emergency Services: Dial 000 immediately.
2. Provide Basic Life Support: Perform CPR, control bleeding, use an AED, or administer an Epipen as needed.
3. Monitor and Support: Keep the casualty calm and monitor their condition until help arrives.

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First Aid Glossary · https://cprcoursemelbournecbd.au/glossary/life-threatening-conditions · Australia Wide First Aid (RTO 31961).