Action at an Emergency. Recognizing Emergencies Bystanders are a vital link between EMS and the victim.

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Action at an Emergency

Recognizing Emergencies Bystanders are a vital link between EMS and the victim.

© Berta A. Daniels Deciding to Act Size up the scene –Are there any hazards? –What happened? –How many victims are there?

Seeking Medical Care For serious situations, call EMS right away. To receive emergency assistance, dial in most communities. © Berta A. Daniels

Call (1 of 2) Dispatcher will ask for: 1.Your name and phone number 2.Victim’s location 3.What happened 4.Number of victims 5.Victim’s condition

Call (2 of 2) Do not hang up unless the dispatcher tells you to. Dispatcher may advise you how to provide care.

Disease Transmission (1 of 2) Rescuers should understand the risk. Precautions can help protect against bloodborne and airborne diseases. 1.Bloodborne: Hepatitis and HIV/AIDS 2.Airborne: Tuberculosis

Disease Transmission (2 of 2) Protection –Hepatitis B vaccine –Personal protective equipment (PPE) Medical exam gloves, protective eyewear, mask, and breathing devices –Hand washing

Protection Whenever possible, use medical exam gloves as a barrier.

Rescuer Reactions (1 of 2) Stressful events can be overwhelming. –Witnessing severe injury –Seeing a victim suffer

Rescuer Reactions (2 of 2) Posttraumatic stress –Depression –Flashbacks Discussing your feelings after an event is helpful. –Relieves anxiety

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