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 .
Approved --/--/08