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In emergency situations, having quick access to reliable and concise information can make all the difference. The Emergency First Aid Reference Guide is an essential tool designed to equip you with the knowledge needed to handle a variety of medical emergencies. Compact and comprehensive, this guide is ideal for anyone seeking to be prepared for unexpected health crises.
The Emergency First Aid Reference Guide is a pocket-sized, full-color guide that provides vital emergency care information. Measuring just 4” x 6”, this guide is easy to carry and fits conveniently in your car, first aid kit, camping gear, backpack, or purse. Updated with the latest guidelines from the 2020 International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR), this guide ensures you have the most current information at your fingertips.
Below is a table outlining various emergency situations, the recommended actions, and the necessary supplies:
Emergency Situation |
Action |
Required Supplies |
Lowering the Risk for Infection |
Wash hands thoroughly, use gloves and antiseptics |
Soap, gloves, antiseptic solution |
Emergency Action Steps |
Assess the scene, call for help, provide care |
Phone, first aid kit |
Abdominal, Chest, and Pelvic Injuries |
Apply pressure to bleeding, immobilize injury |
Sterile gauze, bandages, splint |
Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis |
Administer epinephrine, call emergency services |
Epinephrine auto-injector, phone |
Asthma Attack |
Use inhaler, seek medical help if severe |
Inhaler |
Bites and Stings |
Clean wound, apply ice, monitor for allergic reaction |
Soap, water, ice pack, antihistamine |
Life-Threatening External Bleeding |
Apply pressure, elevate injury, use tourniquet if necessary |
Sterile gauze, bandages, tourniquet |
Life-Threatening Internal Bleeding |
Call emergency services, keep person still |
Phone |
Breathing Emergencies |
Perform CPR if necessary, use rescue breaths |
CPR mask or shield |
Burns |
Cool burn with water, cover with sterile dressing |
Cool water, sterile dressing |
Cardiac Arrest |
Perform CPR, use AED if available |
AED, CPR mask or shield |
Choking (Adult, Child, or Infant) |
Perform Heimlich maneuver or back blows |
None |
Cold-Related Illnesses and Injuries |
Warm person gradually, avoid direct heat |
Warm blankets, dry clothing |
Concussion |
Monitor for symptoms, seek medical help |
None |
Diabetic Emergencies |
Give sugar if conscious, seek medical help |
Glucose tablets or sugary drink |
Eye Injuries |
Rinse with water, cover with sterile dressing |
Sterile water, eye patch |
Fainting |
Lay person down, elevate legs |
None |
Fever in Young Child or Infant |
Keep child hydrated, seek medical help if high fever |
Water, fever reducer |
Head, Neck, and Spinal Injuries |
Immobilize head and neck, call emergency services |
Cervical collar, phone |
Heart Attack |
Administer aspirin, perform CPR if necessary |
Aspirin, CPR mask or shield |
Heat-Related Illnesses |
Move to cool place, hydrate, apply cool compresses |
Water, cool compresses |
Lightning Strike Injuries |
Call emergency services, perform CPR if necessary |
Phone, CPR mask or shield |
Mouth, Tooth, and Nose Injuries |
Apply pressure to bleeding, save knocked-out teeth |
Sterile gauze, container for tooth |
Muscle, Bone, and Joint Injuries |
Immobilize injury, apply ice |
Splint, ice pack |
Opioid Overdose |
Administer naloxone, call emergency services |
Naloxone, phone |
Poison Exposure |
Call poison control, follow their instructions |
Phone, activated charcoal (if advised) |
Seizures |
Protect from injury, do not restrain, call for help if needed |
None |
Shock |
Lay person down, elevate legs, keep warm |
Blanket |
Sickle-Cell Crisis/Acute Chest Syndrome |
Administer oxygen if available, seek medical help |
Oxygen, phone |
Stroke |
Call emergency services, monitor for symptoms |
Phone |
Unresponsive and Breathing Person |
Place in recovery position, monitor breathing |
None |
Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Dehydration |
Rehydrate, seek medical help if severe |
Oral rehydration salts |
Wounds |
Clean wound, apply dressing, monitor for infection |
Sterile gauze, antiseptic solution, bandages |
Good to have! "This is a good item to have in your first aid kit. Small enough to have in your car and small enough to take with you on group trips. Thanks!" - John D.
Compact, up to date "Compact and up-to-date, a handy reference to take along on trips." - Sarah M.
Great reference to have on hand "The Emergency First Aid Pocket Guide is the perfect size and volume to add to your first aid kit or to have on hand for a quick, reassuring review for any first responders on the scene." - Michael S.
Handy First Aid Guide "I purchased this because I am a volunteer first responder in a rural area after retiring as a physician assistant. This is a concise review of what a first responder should be responsible for. It made me more comfortable to know the level of skill that is required." - Emily R.
In emergency situations, being prepared can save lives. The Emergency First Aid Reference Guide provides you with the essential information needed to handle medical emergencies confidently and effectively. Ensure you have this indispensable tool in your emergency preparedness kit today.