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Enumerate four general considerations for dealing Emergencies. |
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Answer» The delivery of the first aid helps the victim and improves the overall outcome. These comprise of four steps: 1. Scene Safety: The safety of the rescuer is equally important as is safety of the victim. Quickly assess the scene and look for any imminent danger. In case, if any, ensure safety by shifting the patient to a safe place. This may be done by taking help from bystanders or from police, fire brigade, life guard, traffic persons etc. 2. Quick Assessment: Once the scene has been made safe, quickly assess the victim and look for what has occurred to the victim that mandates immediate need of emergency care. Simultaneously reassure the patient and manage any life-threatening situation. 3. Call for help: Take help from people standing nearby. Give them clear instruction about what type of help is required. Ask somebody to call the medical services and while calling they need to provide full details of the situation and the exact location so as to help the ambulance to reach on time. 4. Provision of the first aid and early transfer to nearest hospital: Once the above steps have been done, immediate provision of first aid should be initiated. The type of first aid needs shall depend on the initial quick assessment and Simultaneously managing them. |
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