Emergency Stop: First Aid Procedures

Emergencies happen every day. In fact, people become sick or injured in a moment’s notice. Are you prepared to help? This topic will cover how to manage a crisis, and the steps to give care or first aid to the victims of an emergency. To be ready to give first aid, you must be able to respond to an emergency situation both mentally and physically.

Primary first-aid procedures allow you to provide a victim of illness or injury general, temporary care until more specific care can be given. Secondary first-aid procedures provide care for specific illnesses or injuries.

Essential Questions

• What community resources are available for emergency preparedness?
• What are the steps in crisis management?
• What are the primary and secondary first-aid procedures to help someone in emergencies?