What would you do if you were at thescene of a serious road accident? ppsx

What would you do if you were at the
scene of a serious road accident?

Road accidents are common nowadays because of the
fast moving vehicles, congestion on the roads and
careless drivers. In trying to overtake or knocking against
another vehicle, accidents occur. If may be a false move
involving collision in which lives may be lost.

When one is at the scene of an accident one can help to
attend to the victim. If there are cuts and blood is oozing
try to arrest the blood. If the wound is dirty, clean it with
water and tie it with a bandage. If there is a fracture, try to
support it with a bandage or a piece of a cloth. If the
fracture is complicated simply tie it with a bandage. If the
victim is about to swoon from bloody wounds give some
cold drinks, never any hot drinks. In the case of an
ordinary fainting, some hot coffee may be helpful.

First the crowd must be cleared so that the patient may
get fresh air. If possible the patient’s possessions must be
secured. Note the number of the vehicle involved. It may
be useful later on, in helping the patient at the court or to
get insurance benefits. The police must be informed. This
is very important to avoid complications.

Arrange to transport the patient to the nearest hospital, for
delay could mean a life in danger. Talk to the hospital
authorities and see that quick action is taken. In very
serious case you can phone up the hospital for an
ambulance. If the address of the patient is known, his near

and dear one has to be informed. After having seen to the
comfort of the patient, make a report to the police.

All that have been mentioned can be done by an
experienced hand. It is useful for every citizen to have
some training in dealing with accidents. That is why first
aid lessons are taught in schools, in scouting activities and
Junior Red Cross Classes.

If people are indifferent it is not because they do not want
to help but the difficulties involved in going for help. An
accident may involve going to the court several times
causing a lot of inconvenience, especially of time and
work. But, it is the moral duty of every citizen to help
victims of accidents and not to be a silent and helpless
witness.