The first action to take when another person is seriously injured is to ___.

The first action to take when another person is seriously injured is to ___.

• A. Make sure that emergency first responders have been summoned
• B. Ask someone nearby if they have received first aid training if you don't have the training
• C. Encourage the injured person to sit or stand
• D. Protect yourself from blood and other bodily fluids

Answer: (A)

When someone is seriously injured, the immediate priority is to get professional help on the scene as quickly as possible. Calling emergency responders right away ensures trained personnel with the right equipment arrive to stabilize and transport the person if needed. Other actions can delay this crucial step: asking about someone’s first aid training wastes time, and trying to move or encourage the injured person can worsen injuries. Protecting yourself is important, but it shouldn’t delay getting help. If you’re trained, you can begin appropriate care after you’ve summoned help.

When someone is seriously injured, the immediate priority is to get professional help on the scene as quickly as possible. Calling emergency responders right away ensures trained personnel with the right equipment arrive to stabilize and transport the person if needed. Other actions can delay this crucial step: asking about someone’s first aid training wastes time, and trying to move or encourage the injured person can worsen injuries. Protecting yourself is important, but it shouldn’t delay getting help. If you’re trained, you can begin appropriate care after you’ve summoned help.