Medical Emergencies

Remain calm. If you have medical expertise and/or are CPR certified, offer assistance.

Action Steps

1. Do not move an injured or ill person unless there is a life-threatening situation.
2. Call the Athletic Trainer at 541-684-7351 and/or Campus Security at 541-517-5197. * If injury is severe or victim has stopped breathing - call 9-9-1-1 immediately.
3. Appoint another person to meet the athletic trainer or campus security and guide them to the victim's location.
4. Keep the victim calm and comfortable. If properly trained, administer first-aid.
5. List the persons in your building who are trained in first aid and/or CPR and the location of the nearest first aid kit.
6. Remain with the victim until medical personnel arrive.
7. Do not attempt to clean up spilled blook or bodily fluids unless properly equipped and trained. See Bloodborne Pathogens.