chapter 2 action at an emergency pp 11-22. do now: p. 23 “check your knowledge” #1-10
TRANSCRIPT
Bystander Actions
You are a vital link between the emergency medical services(EMS) and the victim:
• Recognizing the emergency• Deciding to help• Calling 9-1-1• Checking the Victim• Giving first aid
Recongnizing the Emergency
catastrophic? Physical Distance- The closer a bystander is to
an emergency situation the more likey they will notice it
Relationship- increases likelihood of noticing an emergency
Time Exposed- Evidence indicates the longer a bystander is aware of the situation the more likely he or she will notice the emergency
To Help or Not to Help
Deciding to help is an attitude about emergencies and about one’s ability to deal with emergencies which is usually a result of:
• Appreciating the importance of help• Feeling confident• Be willing to help• Feeling comfortable about taking charge5. The bodily fluids
Why NOT Help?
Could be harmful Helping doesn’t matter? Obstacles can prevent helping (swim,
knowledge)
When Calling EMS
Be Prepared to give the dispatcher the following information:
• Victim’s location• Phone Number you are calling from and your
name• What happened• Number of person’s needing attention• Victim’s condition**Never hang up the phone until he dispatcher
instructs you to do so
Scene Size-Up
If you are at the scene of an emergency situation, do a 10 second scene size-up, looking for 3 things:
• Hazards that could be dangerous to you, the victim(s), or bystanders
• Cause of the injury or illness• Number of victims
Disease Precautions
Diseases can range from mild to life threatening
How to prevent?:• Handwashing• Personal Protective Equip(gloves,
mouth barrier, eye protection, gowns)** Skill Drill 2-1 page 18 Demonstration