Casualty Care

A CASUALTIES PLEA

 "I'm frightened and in pain. PLEASE ………….."

1. Treat me as a person not just as an injury.
2. Talk to me and listen to what I have to say.
3. Remember my hearing is the last sense to go and the first to return if I become unconscious.
4. Call me by name.
5. Reassure me - kind words a sympathetic touch.
6. Be aware of my modesty.
7. Be aware of my comfort - the glare of the sun on a hot day, lying on a cold, wet surface. So easy to alleviate.
8. Don't discuss problems in front of me - I trust you and have confidence that you can help me - don't destroy my faith.
9. Treat me gently but firmly.
10. Be honest but tactful with me.
11. Warn me of what you are about to do - I'll be ready for the discomfort.
12. Try to shield me from horrific sights.
13. Let me find my own comfortable position.
14. Let me help myself if I can.
15. Get someone to sit and comfort me.
16. Try and understand how I feel.
17. And Please, Please don't leave me if I am dying.

• BE MY FRIEND