Emergency action plan

1. Emergency action plan Recognize the emergency Check the scene for safety Check the person Call 9-1-1 (when appropriate) Care for the person Have the person seek medical attention

3. Bites bites from snakes are dangerous although 8,000 people get bitten every year and about 5 out of the 8,000 die. Bites from snakes are to be taken serious. One or two distinct puncture wounds Sever pain, redness, and swelling at the bite Nausea and vomiting Blurred vision Increased salivation and sweating Labored breathing

5. stings most sting from insects aren’t live threatening, but some people are allergic. Pain Swelling at the site of the sting Hives or rash Nausea and vomiting Breathing difficulties Swelling of the tongue or face

7. Sever burns First Degree Burns affected only the epidermis the outer layers of skin. The Second Degree Burns affected layers of skin below the surface. The Third degree Burn affect all the layers of skin and possibly the tissue beneath the skin. Large or deep burns can be life threatening and require immediate medical attention Burns that cover a large surface area of the skin or more than one body part. Suspected burns to the airway. Burns to the head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals. Burns to victims under the age of 5 or over 60 Burns that result from chemicals, Explosions, or electricity.

9. Shock Signs of Symptoms: Anxeity, Confusion, Dizziness, Clammy or sweating skin, pale , bluish ect… Check for responsiveness, normal breathing, and severe bleeding or injuries. Call 9-1-1 and be ready to give CPR if needed. Care first for life threatening conditions such as severe bleeding. Position a responsive victim on his or her back using a blanket or coat as a pad. If there is no evidence of trauma, raise the legs such that the feet are 6-12 inches above the ground. Put a breathing unresponsive victim(if no suspected spinal injury) in the recovery Position. Loosen any tight clothing. Be alert for the Possibility of Vomiting; turn the victim’s head to drain the mouth. Try to maintain the victims normal body temperature. If necessary maintain the victims body heat with a blanket or coat over the victim. Do not let a shock victim eat, drink or smoke Stay with the victim and offer reassurance and comfort.