Immediate Action Plan
1. Assess the Situation
- Check for immediate dangers
- Ensure your safety first
- Prevent further harm
2. Call Emergency Services
- Dial 911 (or local emergency number)
- Provide clear, concise information
- Follow dispatcher’s instructions
3. Check Victim’s Responsiveness
- Tap and shout
- Check for breathing
- Assess consciousness
4. Perform Basic Life Support
- CPR if no breathing/pulse
- Use AED if available
- Control severe bleeding
5. Manage Shock
- Keep victim warm
- Elevate legs (if no spine injury)
- Loosen tight clothing
6. Provide Comfort
- Keep victim calm
- Minimize movement
- Reassure and stay with them
Critical Information to Provide Responders
- Victim’s age and gender
- Observed symptoms
- Known medical history
- Time symptoms started
- Actions taken
Preventive Preparedness
- Keep emergency numbers accessible
- Learn basic first aid
- Maintain a well-stocked first aid kit
