What to Do in a Medical Emergency
Your Simple First Aid Guide for Everyday Situations
Written for everyone, no medical background needed
Why first aid matters
If someone collapses near you, you may feel confused and unsure. The first few minutes are critical. Your quick action can save a life. First aid is simple. You only need basic steps and a calm mind.
The very first step
Call for help immediately. In Pakistan, dial 1122 or 115. Do not try to manage everything alone.
Check the area before helping. Stay away from fire, traffic, or electric danger. Your safety comes first.
If someone is not breathing
Tilt the head back and lift the chin. Check for breathing for 10 seconds.
If there is no breathing, start CPR
Place both hands on the center of the chest
Push hard and fast, about 100 times per minute
Continue until help arrives or breathing starts
If someone is bleeding
Press a clean cloth firmly on the wound
Do not remove it if it gets soaked, place more cloth on top
Raise the injured area above heart level if possible
If someone has a burn
Cool the burn under running water for 20 minutes
Do not use ice, butter, toothpaste, or flour
Only use cool water
If someone is choking
They may not speak or cough and may hold their throat
Stand behind them
Lean them forward
Give 5 firm back blows
If needed, give 5 quick inward and upward pushes above the belly button
Repeat until the object comes out
Signs of a heart attack
Chest pressure or tightness
Pain in arm, shoulder, or jaw
Sweating, nausea, or dizziness
Feeling something is wrong
Make them sit or lie down
Keep them calm
Call for help immediately
Heat stroke
Common in hot weather
Signs include confusion, hot dry skin, and no sweating
Move to shade
Cool with water and air
Do not give drinks if unconscious
First aid kit at home
Keep these items ready
Bandages
Antiseptic
Scissors
Gloves
Thermometer
ORS packets
Emergency numbers
Check your kit regularly and replace old items
Teach at least one person in your home these steps
This guide is for awareness only. Always contact medical services in serious situations.
