Determine Responsiveness, Activate EMS

When you observe a victim, the first thing to do is determine if the he or she is conscious. To do this simply shake the victim gently and ask loudly; “Are you okay?” If no response, activate EMS immediately. If you are alone, call 911 and return to your victim as quickly as possible. If you are not alone have someone else activate EMS. Single someone out and instruct him or her to “Call 911. Tell them we have an unconscious adult and come back, do you understand?” If they do not respond, be sure to send someone else.