What is what to do when someone falls?

Here's some information about what to do when someone falls:

When someone falls, your immediate reaction is crucial. First, assess the situation (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Assess%20the%20Situation):

• Stay Calm: It’s important for both you and the person who fell.
• Check for Immediate Danger: Is there traffic, fire, or other hazards? If so, carefully move the person if possible and safe for you to do so. Call for emergency help first if moving them puts you in danger.
• Observe the Person: Are they conscious? Are they breathing? Are they bleeding heavily? Do they complain of severe pain, especially in the neck or back?

If the person is unconscious, not breathing, or has a serious injury, call for emergency medical services immediately (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Call%20for%20Emergency%20Services).

If the person is conscious and doesn't appear to have any serious injuries:

• Ask Questions: Ask them if they feel any pain, where it hurts, and if they can move all their limbs. Don't rush them.
• Check for Obvious Injuries: Look for cuts, bruises, swelling, or deformities.
• Help Them Get Up Carefully (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Help%20Them%20Get%20Up%20Carefully):
  • Encourage them to roll onto their side first.
  • Then, help them get onto their hands and knees.
  • Assist them in finding a stable object (chair, table) to hold onto.
  • Help them slowly rise, one leg at a time, using the stable object for support.
  • If they feel dizzy or weak, have them sit back down immediately.

If they are unable to get up, or complain about severe pain, don't force it (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Don't%20Force%20Them%20Up). Keep them comfortable and wait for medical assistance. Cover them with a blanket to prevent shock.

Monitor the person (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Monitor%20the%20Person) even after they get up. Watch for signs of dizziness, confusion, or delayed pain. If you have any concerns, seek medical advice.

Important Considerations:

• Older Adults: Falls are a common cause of injury in older adults. Be extra cautious and consider seeking medical evaluation after a fall, even if they seem okay.
• Head Injuries: Any fall involving a head injury warrants immediate medical attention.
• Underlying Medical Conditions: If the person has a medical condition (e.g., diabetes, heart problems), it's important to consider how the fall might affect them.