Emergency First Aid: What You Need to Know
Being Prepared for Emergencies
Knowing basic first aid can make the difference between life and death in an emergency situation. Every person should have fundamental first aid knowledge.
Calling for Help
When to Call Emergency (911 / 108 in India)
What to Tell Emergency Responders
Basic Life Support (BLS)
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
When to perform CPR:
CPR Steps:
1. Call emergency services immediately
2. Place person on firm, flat surface
3. Position hands: Heel of one hand on center of chest, other hand on top
4. Push hard and fast at least 2 inches deep
5. Compress at least 100-120 times per minute
6. Give rescue breaths if trained (2 breaths after 30 compressions)
7. Continue until emergency help arrives
Common Emergency Scenarios
Choking
- Stand behind person
- Place fist above navel, below ribcage
- Clasp fist with other hand
- Thrust upward and inward
- Repeat until object dislodges
Severe Bleeding
Shock
Burn Management
Fractures and Sprains
Poisoning
Allergic Reactions
Recovery Position
For unconscious but breathing person:
What NOT to Do
First Aid Kit Essentials
Training Resources
Consider taking certified first aid courses:
Emergency Care at Padmani Nursing Home
Our 24/7 emergency department provides:
In any medical emergency, call 108 or contact Padmani Nursing Home immediately for expert emergency care in Bhandup, Mumbai.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q.What are the first 3 steps in any medical emergency in Mumbai?
1) Ensure scene safety so you aren't endangered. 2) Call emergency services (108 or hospital emergency at +91 93221 52544). 3) Check if the victim is conscious and breathing; initiate CPR if pulse and breathing are absent.
Q.How do you give hands-only CPR to an adult?
Place the heel of one hand in the center of the victim's chest, interlock your other hand on top, and push hard and fast (100 to 120 compressions per minute, about 2 inches deep) until paramedics or medical help arrives.
Q.What should you NEVER do when someone is choking?
Do not perform blind finger sweeps in the mouth if you cannot see the object, as you might push it further into the airway. Perform back blows and Heimlich abdominal thrusts instead.
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