b'Priorities in an EmergencyChapter hapterAssess The Situation QuicklyObserve what has happened quickly and calmly.Look for any dangers to yourself, any bystanders and the patient.Make Sure The Scene Is SafeLook for and protect yourself, any bystanders and the patient from danger.Always be alert for any hidden hazards (fumes, chemicals, gases etc).Send For HelpDial 000Stay with the patient if possible and get help from bystanders.Ensure that any medical assistance or other professional help has been called and is onthe way.In remote areas dial 112 from a mobile phone to connect to the emergency services. Assess The Patient and Commence Appropriate TreatmentIdentify the nature of the injury or illness.Treat any life-threatening conditions following the Basic Life Support Flow Chart (page58).Manage and closely monitor patient for response, airway, normal breathing while waitingfor Ambulance.Stay with the patient if possible until emergency services arrive.Where there is more than one patient, the care of the unconscious patient has priority. The care of an unconscious patient has priority.Moving a Collapsed or Injured PatientThe condition of a collapsed or injured patient may be worsened by movement, increasing pain, injury, blood loss and shock. However, patients lying on a road/railway line etc. may need to be moved to ensure safety.Introduction to First Aid 13'