Intial Assessment

Someone is hurt! What should we do? Wilderness EMT students know that no matter how severe or trivial a patient’s illness or injury may appear, it is important to do a proper Initial Assessment. A rescuer’s top priority is their own safety and the safety of any other rescuers, followed by concern for the patient’s safety. (Remember, the patient is already hurt!) Rescuers should also assess the likely cause of the injury, put on gloves and other protective measures, look for any other patients, and form a general impression of how their patient is doing. After that, well….watch the video and find out.

Initial Assessment from John Hovey on Vimeo.