Emergency Care Steps: Step #3 – Providing Care to the Injured or Ill

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After ensuring the scene is safe and calling 9-1-1, your next step is to provide care to the injured or ill person. Check for life-threatening conditions and apply appropriate care by following these guidelines: do no further harm, monitor breathing and consciousness, help the person rest, and maintain their body temperature. Always reassure the individual and provide specific care as necessary. This is essential for their well-being while waiting for professional help.

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May 08, 2026

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Emergency Care Steps: Step #3 – Providing Care to the Injured or Ill

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EMERGENCY ACTION STEPS STEP #3 CARE
GIVING CARE: STEP #3 • Once you have checked the scene, called 9-1-1, you may need to give care to the ill/injured person.
Giving Care • Check the person for life-threatening conditions and give appropriate care. To do so follow these simple guideline: • Do no further harm. • Monitor breathing/consciousness. • Help the person rest. • Keep person from getting chilled or overheated. • REASSURE THE PERSON. • Give specific care as needed.
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