Emergency Procedures: MEDICAL EMERGENCY

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Emergency Procedures: MEDICAL EMERGENCY

General Tips

  • Call SUSCC Police and 911, request medical assistance, and tell the dispatcher: Your location; Type of injury or illness of victim; Victim’s status (conscious, breathing, or bleeding); Age of victim
  • Check the scene for any danger or hazards like exposed electrical wires, broken glass, or chemicals before providing aid.
  • If properly trained, administer basic life support (CPR or first aid), otherwise wait for professional help.
  • DO NOT attempt to give ANY medical advice unless properly trained.
  • DO NOT move the victim unless he is in immediate danger.

  • DO NOT jeopardize your health or the health of the victim.

Heart Attack

  • Check to see if victim’s airway is open, if he is breathing, and if he has a heartbeat.
  • If you are trained to do so, administer CPR, if needed.
  • If you are trained to do so, locate and use an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Burns

Thermal Burns
Flush the wound area with cool water - DO NOT use ice
DO NOT apply any creams or lotions

Dry Chemical Burns
Brush the chemical from the skin using gloves
After brushing chemical off the skin, flush the area with cool water

Bleeding

  • Use gloves and other protective gear.
  • Apply firm, gentle pressure to the wound with a clean cloth.
  • If you come in contact with any blood or bodily fluids, wash with soap and water, then seek medical attention.