1. Early
Detection
The first rescuers on the scene, usually untrained civilians or those involved in the incident, observe the scene, understand the problem, identify the dangers to themselves and the others, and take appropriate measures to ensure their safety on the scene (environmental, electricity, chemicals, radiation, etc.).
The first rescuers on the scene, usually untrained civilians or those involved in the incident, observe the scene, understand the problem, identify the dangers to themselves and the others, and take appropriate measures to ensure their safety on the scene (environmental, electricity, chemicals, radiation, etc.).
2. Early
Reporting
The call for professional help is made and dispatch is connected with the victims, providing emergency medical dispatch.
The call for professional help is made and dispatch is connected with the victims, providing emergency medical dispatch.
3. Early
Response
The first responders on scene provide first aid and immediate care to the extent of their capabilities.
The first responders on scene provide first aid and immediate care to the extent of their capabilities.
4.
On
Scene Care
The EMS personnel arrive and provide immediate medical care to the extent of their capabilities on-scene.
The EMS personnel arrive and provide immediate medical care to the extent of their capabilities on-scene.
5.
Care
in Transit
The EMS personnel proceed to transfer the patient to a hospital via an ambulance or helicopter for specialized care. They provide medical care during the transportation.
The EMS personnel proceed to transfer the patient to a hospital via an ambulance or helicopter for specialized care. They provide medical care during the transportation.
6.
Transfer
to
Definitive Care
Appropriate specialized care is provided at the hospital.
Appropriate specialized care is provided at the hospital.
The
Rod of Asclepius
(sometimes also
spelled Asklepios or Aesculapius), also
known as
the asklepian, is an ancient
symbol associated
with astrology, the Greek god Asclepius, and with medicine and healing. It consists of
a serpent entwined around
a staff.
