AN EMERGENCY ROOM EXPERIENCE FOR THE LAYPERSON


A BUSY EMERGENCY ROOM
    No one really knows when an emergency can happen. One thing is clear,
  in case of a medical emergency, a person or family member may have to
go to the Emergency Room.   
                                                                   
Above, someone has arrived in the Emergency Room. While awaiting 
treatment, she notices all kinds of action. This may not be directly 
concerning that person, but it still increases one's fears. 

It is advisable to stay calm until the medical staff discusses the nature
of the problem and the type of treatment that would be necessary.


CODE BLUE IN PROGRESS

Above is another Emergency Room situation. A Code Blue
is called overhead. What does this mean to the layperson?
It simply means someone's heart has stopped beating and 
the medical staff is being summoned to start CPR
immediately.

A simple explanation by the medical staff, may help to 
alleviate fear.



 

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