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Cardiovascular

4 protocols

Heart Attack

Sudden coronary artery blockage. Patient reports crushing chest pain radiating to arm or jaw.

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Cardiac Arrest

Complete cessation of heart function. Requires immediate CPR and defibrillation.

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Hypertensive Emergency

Dangerously elevated BP causing end-organ damage. Requires controlled reduction.

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Severe Chest Pain

New or worsening chest pressure. Keep the person still, loosen tight clothing, and call emergency care.

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Animal bites and stings

2 protocols

Snake Bite

Keep the bitten limb still and below heart level. Do not cut, suck, or apply a tourniquet.

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Insect Sting

Remove the stinger if visible, wash the area, and watch for swelling or breathing difficulty.

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Respiratory

5 protocols

Acute Asthma Attack

Severe bronchospasm with audible wheeze. Administer bronchodilators immediately.

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Anaphylaxis

Systemic allergic reaction causing airway compromise. Epinephrine is first-line.

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Choking

If the person cannot cough or speak, give back blows and abdominal thrusts until the airway clears.

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Severe Breathing Difficulty

Sit the person upright, keep the airway open, and seek emergency care if breathing does not improve.

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Smoke Inhalation

Move to fresh air immediately. Watch for coughing, hoarseness, or burns around the mouth.

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Trauma & Injury

4 protocols

Road Accident

Make the scene safe, check responsiveness and breathing, and control bleeding until help arrives.

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Severe External Bleeding

Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth. Do not remove soaked dressings; add more on top.

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Postpartum Hemorrhage

Blood loss > 500 mL post-delivery. Uterine massage, uterotonics, call OB immediately.

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Serious Burns

Cool the burn with running water for at least 20 minutes. Do not apply ice, oils, or break blisters.

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Neurological

2 protocols

Stroke

Sudden focal neurological deficit. FAST assessment, CT within 25 min, thrombolytics if eligible.

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Status Epilepticus

Seizure lasting > 5 min or without full recovery. Protect the head, time the seizure, and call for help.

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Please Note: This list is not exhaustive, we only curated a selected few to
address common issues we see and hear everyday.

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Emergency Information &First Aid Guide

Cardiovascular

Heart Attack

Cardiac Arrest

Hypertensive Emergency

Severe Chest Pain

Animal bites and stings

Snake Bite

Insect Sting

Respiratory

Acute Asthma Attack

Anaphylaxis

Choking

Severe Breathing Difficulty

Smoke Inhalation

Trauma & Injury

Road Accident

Severe External Bleeding

Postpartum Hemorrhage

Serious Burns

Neurological

Stroke

Status Epilepticus

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