When to get medical help

As a general rule, if you're in doubt ask for medical help. And there are some incidences where you must visit A&E or call an ambulance.

• Unconsciousness

• A suspected heart attack

• Breathing problems

• A deep wound
  

• A severe burn
  

• A suspected fracture or broken bone.

• A severe allergic reaction.

• A snake or animal bite

• Poisoning

• Severe shock

• Any condition which turns rapidly worse.

DO

• Stay with the person and get someone to call for help.

• Stay calm.

• Tell medical professionals everything you can.

DON'T

• Move the person if there's any chance they've hurt their back or neck.

• Do not give them anything to eat or drink in case they need surgery.