Basic First Aid
Adults
CHECKING AN INJURED OR ILL ADULT
What to do in 5 steps!
TIP: Use disposable gloves and other personal protective equipment and obtain consent whenever giving care.
- Check for responsiveness
- Call 9-1-1
- Open the airway
- Check for breathing
- Quickly scan for severe bleeding
Step 3- Open airway
Step 2- Call 9-1-1
Step 5- Quickly scan for severe bleeding
WHAT TO DO NEXT
- Give CARE based on conditions found.
- IF NO BREATHING—perform CPR.
- IF BREATHING—Maintain an open airway and monitor for any changes in condition.