1. Scene Assessment:
This involves evaluating the surroundings to ensure the safety of the rescuer and the victim, identifying the cause of the emergency, and determining the number of victims.
2. Check for Responsiveness:
Gently tap the victim and shout loudly to assess their responsiveness. If they do not respond, immediate action is needed.
3. Call for Help:
Activate the emergency response system by calling 911 or asking someone else to do so. Timely professional help is crucial.
4. Open the Airway:
Tilt the victim's head backward and lift the chin to open the airway for effective breathing.
5. Check for Normal Breathing:
Observe the victim's chest for normal breathing. If absent or irregular, proceed to chest compressions.
6. Begin Chest Compressions:
Administer high-quality chest compressions at the correct rate and depth, allowing for adequate blood circulation.
7. Deliver Rescue Breaths:
Provide rescue breaths using the proper technique to ensure oxygenation.
8. Use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator):
If available, use an AED to analyze and treat any shockable rhythms, following the device's prompts.
9. Place an Adult Choking Victim in a Head-tilt Chin-lift Position:
For choking victims, perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) until the obstruction is dislodged.
10. Control Bleeding:
Apply direct pressure to any bleeding wounds to minimize blood loss.
