EMERGENCY PLAN

for

MEDICAL EMERGENCY

Life–threatening injury or illness, or death:

·   Call 911 for local police department response

·   Call Campus Police at 504-671-1111 .

·   Give full attention to the victim(s).

·   Do not attempt to move a person who is ill or injured unless he/she is in immediate danger of further injury.

·   If possible, isolate the affected student/staff member. Disperse onlookers and keep others from congregating in the area.

·   Check breathing. Is the airway clear? Is the victim in a position to facilitate breathing?

·   Help stop bleeding.

o   Applying pressure on wound or elevating wound may help stop or slow bleeding.

o   Protect yourself from body fluids. Use gloves if available.

·   Check for vital signs. Initiate first aid, if you are trained.

·   Comfort the victim(s) and offer reassurance that medical attention is on the way.

·   After immediate medical needs have been cared for, remain to assist emergency medical services personnel with pertinent information about the incident.

Non-life-threatening injury or illness:

·   For all non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, call your campus or site administrative office .

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Approved --/--/08