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5 Simple Steps That May Save a Life
5 Simple Steps That May Save a Life
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), trauma is the leading cause of death for Americans under age 45. Life-threatening injuries require immediate action to prevent an injured person from dying. Those nearest are best positioned to provide first care.
First care focuses on five essential actions:
Call 9-1-1
Don’t assume someone else has already done so
911 operators are highly trained and will help you
Let them coach you through the life-threatening situation
Stay Safe
Assess the situation: pause and use all available senses
Decide whether to stay and help, grab the injured and get to safety, or get yourself to safety
Stop the Bleeding
Apply steady, firm pressure on the source of bleeding until first responders arrive
If you can't control the bleeding with manual pressure, consider a tourniquet
Life-threatening emergencies happen every day in the workplace, in our homes and in our community. Are you prepared to be the help until help arrives?
The Red Cross Until Help Arrives course, developed in collaboration with the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), will educate and empower you to take action and provide life-saving care when you are the first on the scene during an emergency.
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