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1. Scene Safety: Assess environment before providing assistance.
2. Electrocution Hazards: Risk of electric shock at emergency scenes.
3. Roadside Dangers: Traffic risks when assisting victims near roads.
4. Poor Visibility: Reduced sight can complicate emergency response.
5. CALL 9-1-1: Contact emergency services for urgent assistance.
6. Recognize the Emergency: Identify the situation requiring immediate help.
7. Check the Scene: Ensure safety before approaching the victim.
8. Check the Person: Assess victim's condition before providing care.
9. Obtain Consent: Get permission before assisting an injured person.
10. 6 Steps in Emergencies: Recognize, check scene, check person, call, consent, care.
11. Keep the Person Alive: Ensure victim's survival until help arrives.
12. Prevent Condition Worsening: Stabilize victim to avoid further injury.
13. Give First Aid: Provide immediate care until professional help arrives.
14. Ensure Medical Care: Facilitate further treatment for the victim.
15. Emergency Medical Services (EMS): Professional responders trained to handle emergencies.
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