What Is A True Medical Emergency?
What Are Some Examples?
Why Shouldn't I Just Drive The Patient Myself?
How Can You Help In A Medical Emergency?
Who Are The People Behind 911?
Call 911 For Emergencies Only.
What is a True Medical Emergency?
When should you call 911? Ask yourself the following questions:- Is the victim's condition life or limb threatening?
- Could the victim's condition worsen and become life or limb-threatening on the way to the hospital?
- Could moving the victim cause further injury?
- Does the victim need the skills or equipment of paramedics or emergency medical technicians?
- Would distance or traffic conditions cause a delay in getting the victim to the hospital?