Recognizing urgent signs is crucial for timely responses. Here’s a detailed guide on what to do if you encounter them.

Q: What are some common urgent signs to watch for?

• Chest pain or discomfort
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe headache
• Signs of a stroke (sudden numbness, confusion)
• Heavy bleeding
• Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)

Q: What should I do if I experience chest pain?

• Stop any physical activity immediately.
• Call emergency services or have someone drive you to the hospital.
• Chew an aspirin if not allergic to it.
• Keep calm to reduce stress on the heart.

Q: How should I respond to difficulty breathing?

• Sit up straight to open your airway.
• Call for emergency assistance.
• If you have a prescribed inhaler, use it.
• Stay relaxed and avoid panic.

Q: What actions to take for a severe headache?

• Identify other symptoms (e.g., vision changes, nausea).
• Consider if it could be a migraine, tension headache or worse (e.g. aneurysm).
• If other symptoms are present, seek medical attention.

Q: What should I do if someone shows signs of a stroke?

• Use the FAST acronym:
  • F: Face drooping
  • A: Arm weakness
  • S: Speech difficulties
  • T: Time to call emergency services.

Urgent Signs and Recommended Responses

Think Before You Act

• Evaluate the situation calmly.
• Prioritize calling emergency services.
• Do not drive yourself unless absolutely necessary.
• Focus on providing basic first aid if trained to do so.

Statistics on Urgent Signs

Mind Map of Urgent Signs Responses

• Urgent Signs
  • Chest Pain
    • Stay Calm
    • Call for Help
    • Chew Aspirin
  • Difficulty Breathing
    • Sit Up
    • Use Inhaler
  • Stroke Signs
    • Use FAST
    • Call 911