What is the second component of the DRSABCD sequence?

What is the second component of the DRSABCD sequence?

• A. Danger - for yourself, other people and the victim (in order)
• B. Response - use COWS
• C. Send for help
• D. Airway

Answer: (B)

After confirming the scene is safe, the next step is to check whether the person is responsive. This uses a quick, structured check called COWS: Can you hear me? Open your eyes? What is your name? Squeeze my hand? This short sequence helps you quickly determine if the person is conscious and able to follow commands. If they respond, you know they’re at least somewhat awake and you can continue with breathing checks and stay with them, while arranging help. If there’s no response, you escalate immediately by sending for help and then proceed with airway and breathing assessment or CPR as needed.

After confirming the scene is safe, the next step is to check whether the person is responsive. This uses a quick, structured check called COWS: Can you hear me? Open your eyes? What is your name? Squeeze my hand? This short sequence helps you quickly determine if the person is conscious and able to follow commands. If they respond, you know they’re at least somewhat awake and you can continue with breathing checks and stay with them, while arranging help. If there’s no response, you escalate immediately by sending for help and then proceed with airway and breathing assessment or CPR as needed.