First Aid for Severe Bleeding Certification Manual: Initial Emergency Actions
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Recognizing Types of Bleeding
- 3. Recognizing Severe Bleeding
- 4. Equipment - Dressings & Bandages
- 5. Equipment - Tourniquets & Hemostatic Agents
- 6. Initial Emergency Actions
- 7. Steps to Control Bleeding
- 8. Recognizing & Treating Shock
- 9. Aftercare
- 10. Common Mistakes
- 11. Conclusion
- MyCPR Now™ Glossary
INITIAL EMERGENCY ACTIONS
When assisting in an emergency that involves a first aid for severe bleeding incident, understanding the correct initial action sequence and having formal first aid training is essential. Emergency procedures are crucial in such situations to ensure a coordinated and effective response. By nature of this type of incident, a traumatic event has most likely occurred. Remember, if you cannot keep yourself safe, you cannot help others.
Ensure that you follow the procedures below to keep yourself safe and help the victim:
- Ensure scene safety
- Dial 911 - place the mobile phone on speaker to respond to 911 directions
- Get PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and first aid kit (with tourniquet if possible) for emergency response
- Prepare the equipment that might be needed for the incident, such as dressing, bandages, tape and tourniquets
- Apply the equipment as needed
Quick action is critical in a medical emergency to potentially save lives.