What to do in the event of a MEDICAL EMERGENCY
NOTE: Health Science Campus employees should refer to the Summoning Emergency Medical Assistance for Injured Persons on Campus Procedure, policy # S-08-017, for medical assistance protocols unique to the patient care setting.
ALWAYS error on the side of caution… In order to help someone, you must:
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REMAIN CALM and CALL FOR HELP |
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If you are on campus, contact UT police at x-2600 (or you can dial x-77 on the Health Science Campus). |
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If you are off campus, call 9-1-1. |
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ALWAYS stay on the phone until the person answering |
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the call ends the conversation. |
If you suspect a head or spinal injury, DO NOT MOVE the victim unless there is an immediate life-threatening emergency.
In the event of a medical emergency:
- Do not move the injured person unless there is danger of further harm.
- Keep the injured person warm.
Do not exceed your training or knowledge when attempting to render first aid.
