In case of an accident or serious injury, call 911 or take victim to the nearest emergency room (Spohn Kleberg Hwy 77 @ General Cavazos, ER 595-9746). In case of accidental overdose, hazardous chemical exposure or poison ingestion, call The US Poison Control Center for recommendations @ 800-222-1222.

Red Cross 2005 First Aid Guidelines

The American Red Cross offers guidelines on first aid techniques on their website. The manual may be accessed @ http://www.redcross.org/static/file_cont4913_lang0_1727.pdf

The Red Cross First Aid Guidelines manual includes:

Definition of First Aid
Calling for Help
Positioning a Victim

Medical Emergencies
• Breathing Difficulties
• Anaphylaxis (allergic reactions)
• Seizures

Injury Emergencies
• Bleeding
• Wounds and Abrasions
• Burns
• Spine Stabilization
• Musculoskeletal Trauma
• Sprains, Strains, Contusions Fractures
• Dental Injuries

Environmental Emergencies
• Snakebites
• Hypothermia, Frostbite
• Chemical burns

Drowning

Poison Emergencies