How can i help a person who had struck with a major accident.. what kind of first aid should i give ?

Answer 1

Better call EMS first, if you donot have any formal training re: first aid better seek help from police.

Answer 2

Immediately call 911. Make sure that you are going to be safe (not going to be injured in some way yourself) you are no help if you become a victim as well. I am guessing since you are asking how to help someone you have had no CPR/First aid training, in that case you should not attempt CPR if there is any visible bleeding you can try to control it by placing something over it and applying pressure. Encourage the person not to move (especially their head or neck, as this could lead to spinal damage) the only time you want to move someone or allow someone to be moved is if there is a high risk of danger if they remain where they are (i.e. a car on fire, an area where something can fall on them, etc.) Talk to them let them know that help is on the way try to help keep them calm. The best way you can help is by taking a CPR/First aid class or a first responder or EMT class where you can learn exactly what to do legally and from a reliable source.

PS If you are going to control bleeding I only advise doing so if you have latex gloves with you, without them you risk possibly getting a blood borne disease. Also do not apply a tourniquet as recommended above, that is a decision that even an EMT is no longer allowed to make. By applying a tourniquet you are deciding that person will lose that limb.

Answer 3

If you don't have any 1st Aid qualifications, call emergency services.

You should leave the victims alone unless there is a danger of fire, or from on coming traffic, but don't ever put your self in danger. Moving some one with out just cause could see you sued for causing further injuries to the victim.

Reassure the victim, and in-courage them NOT to move their neck (spinal injuries).

But suggest you do a 1st Aid course, so if you ever do come across an accident you will be able to better manage any type of injury.

Answer 4

First thing is to establish oxygen flow to the brain, CPR if needed. If the cervical/spinal core looks damaged DO NOT MOVE THE PATIENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You can give CPR without moving the patient. Any slight movement could paralyze him/her for life. Keep them warm in case they go into shock. Hopefully by this time someone has called 911. This is a very good question & after working in ER 3yrs 25yrs ago, I've seen so many good meaning people permanently paralyze someone only meaning to help. Thank you for this question.

Answer 5

First make sure you are going to be safe (like not get hit by a car, shot by someone with a gun, etc.), because if you get taken out too, then you will be of no help to them. Then use all the personal protective equipment you've got (gloves, cpr mask, etc)

ABC's first:
Airway: Is their airway damaged? Is there something blocking it?
Breathing: Are they breathing? Are the breathing at a normal rate or too fast or slow or shallow?
Circulation: Do they have a pulse? Are they bleeding a lot?

If you know CPR and they have no pulse and are not breathing, Do CPR according to the guidlines of the Red Cross.

Then call 911

Answer 6

If you have no first aid training the best thing you can do after making sure someone called 911 is to make sure they do not move. especially their head and neck. If there is any major bleeding try to stop it. Cover them up. These are just suggestions. If you would reall like to know what to do call the Red Cross and take a first aid class.

Answer 7

Hi Anjali,
I'm assuming that you are asking this Q to help others in the future if you come across an unfortunate event such as a car accident. I commend you for your 'good Samaritan' attitude!
*I agree with the EMT above about 'ABC'' but, call for ambulance with your cell phone first before attempting anything, then the ABC. Mouth to mouth resusitations and chest compressions. If someone is bleeding .....apply a turniquet to stop the bleeding till EMS arrives.
**If the patient complains of neck or severe back pain its important not to move too much ........because, he/she can end up dislocating the vertebrae!


-----Yes, sorry about the medical jargon (turniquet)....I mean, use a form of 'compression' to stop the bleeding.

Answer 8

I would suggest checking into your local "good samaritan laws" with the dept of health in whichever state you live in, no need to get sued trying to be a good person and practicing medicine without license could land you in jail. Paramedics and EMT's have to work under a physicians license with the EMS service or Fire Dept they work for, if they are off duty they to can only provide as much help as their states "good samaritan laws" will allow or they to can be sued and or put in jail or lose thier certifications. There is no way around this and does not matter where you live!!! just call 911 and talk to the injured person and keep them calm as best you can. like someone said before dont touch anybody without taking protective measures from their body fluids.

Firefighter/Paramedic

Answer 9

They say never move the patient. Ask them there name, address, who is the president,(this is to make sure they are alert and not confused) If the person is bleeding stop the blood If severe Call 911 do that anyway, because you want it on record in case they are going to sue. Go on MD.com for a more professional format.

Answer 10

You really should take a First Aid/CPR class first otherwise you can be sued for ANY help that you give. Call your local Red Cross Chapter to sign up today. To find a local Chapter, visit www.redcross.org.

Answer 11

I would agree with most of the postings here,but with a couple of changes.......first take a American Heart Assn.First Aid/CPR/AED course...not American Red Cross(AHA being more indepth).....Second,contact your local community colledge or joint vocational center and inquire about a "First Responer's"course which will take you a little further.