Other Things to Know About 911
You know to stay calm and speak slowly and clearly so that the 911 operator can understand you. But you also need to stay on the phone and not hang up until the operator says it's OK. That way, you can be sure that the operator has all the information needed to get help to you fast. TV and the movies make it seem like operators can trace where a call is coming from, but that's not always the case.
Emergency dispatchers stress that you should never call 911 for your pets, for information, or to do routine stuff like pay a traffic ticket. Rules about 911 are strict because whenever an operator has to take a non-emergency call, it could delay getting emergency services to someone who really needs them (that's why dialing 911 as a prank is considered a crime in many places).
If you're ever in doubt and no one is around to ask, it's better to call 911 and let the operator decide if it's a real emergency than to take the chance that someone who needs help doesn't get it quickly.
When Someone's Been Hurt
Don't try to move a person who is unconscious after having an accident. He or she may have a neck or other spine injury. Call 911 or get help. If the person is not breathing and you know CPR, have someone else get help while you take care of the injured person.
If the person is bleeding, put pressure on the wound with a cloth or piece of clothing to slow the blood flow. Don't try to clean the wound, though, as it may do more damage. Wait with the person until help arrives.
Don't rush to help someone if you have to put yourself in danger — like if the victim is in the middle of a road, for example. Make sure it's safe before you try to get to the person and help.
Even if someone who's been injured is conscious, he or she may still be at risk of internal injury. In some emergencies, people seem fine at first but end up having problems later on. So it's a good idea to call 911 or take the person to the emergency department to get checked out. Someone who is disoriented, feels sick, or has a headache might have a concussion or other head injury. |
發表於 2010-10-18 12:39 PM
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發表於 2010-10-18 01:12 PM
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thanks nitz~
