if my son is choking????? can i get in trouble if i don't call for help even if i didn't insert the object in him??? is this illegal???
2006-10-12 04:53:10 · 13 answers · asked by barnabus finkle 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
if your son is choking and you are aware of it and do not do all you can to save him you can be found guilty of negligent homicide or worse, so yes, you must call 911
2006-10-12 04:56:07 · answer #1 · answered by parental unit 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Calling 911 is a call for help in a situation you cannot handle yourself. Your child is choking, you are performing the hymlic manuever attempting to dislodge the obstruction.
It is a good idea for SOMEONE to call while you are attempting... You may want to scream OUT, CALL 911... SOMEBODY call 911... Neighbors, Relatives someone within earshot should come running up to help. They call 911 for you and talk to the operators while you are still administering assistance.
If you cannot call 911, because you are alone. You may want to consider a "panic" button on a home alarm. A speakerphone or cordless phone, handsfree headset on a cell phone...
IN SOME AREAS, it is better to call the emergency number for your cities fire/police service. Have that in your speed dial or close to your phone.... Sometimes 911 can take as much as an additional 3-5 minutes response time!!! Calling directly to the city could literally mean the difference of permanent injury to even death...
It is never a bad thing to call them and NOT need them.. Than to not call and need them.
Basically the rule of thumb is... 911 is supposed to back you up in an emergency... If there is no emergency, don't call them. You can be charged with a crime for "prank calling"...
If you removed the obstruction and 911 is called... Have them check him out to make sure he doesn't need further medical treatment.
2006-10-12 12:19:38 · answer #2 · answered by James B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why wouldn't you call 911 unless you don't care if your son is choking. It looks as if you were refusing immediate medical attention for him. Unless your a doctor and can treat him even if your trained in CPR he should be seen by medical staff as a precautionary. I know that I personally would look into your reasons for not calling 911 but I don't think that it is written any where in law that it is mandated
2006-10-12 11:57:20 · answer #3 · answered by dmxdragon2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he is choking and you are unable to help him. YES it is required that you call 911. If you do not call 911 and cant help him. Then he chokes to death. Then yes it is illegal.
2006-10-12 12:04:10 · answer #4 · answered by Dwayne 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your son is choking and you are responsible for him, you are neglectful not to call 911.
2006-10-12 11:56:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what do you think, get real, any one that has any self respect would call 911. just remember, what goes around comes around. someday, with luck. you mite be choking and all will stand by and as this stupid question
2006-10-12 11:57:23 · answer #6 · answered by Cobra 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perform the heimlich maneuver. You need to apply sufficient force right below his ribcage to dislodge whatever object he is choking on.
2006-10-12 11:55:19 · answer #7 · answered by midwestbruin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if ur son is chokin y would u not call 911? just drop him off at the nearest orphanage, I'm sure they can find a betta parent..dang..
2006-10-12 11:56:27 · answer #8 · answered by Darsh(Say it like u mean it) 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no you are not required to call 911! it would be nice though. he's your son
2006-10-12 11:56:26 · answer #9 · answered by Mrs. Marchand 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
umm...durr call 911 idiot!! what...your jus gonna stand there and watch your son choke???
2006-10-12 11:56:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋