Action at an

Emergency

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

Deciding to Act
Size up the scene
Are there any
hazards?
What happened?
How many victims are
there?

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Seeking
Medical Care
For serious
situations, call EMS
right away.
To receive
emergency
assistance, dial 9-1-1
in most communities.
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Call 9-1-1 (1 of 2)
Dispatcher will ask
for:
Your name and
phone number
Victims location
What happened
Number of victims
Victims condition

Call 9-1-1 (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.
Bloodborne: Hepatitis and HIV/AIDS
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