When checking a child or infant for non-life-threatening conditions, observe the child or infant before touching them. Look for signs that indicate changes in the level of consciousness, trouble breathing and any apparent injuries.
For non life threatening situation, involving a child or an infant, conduct to the check from toe to head. This will allow the child or infant, to become familiar with the process and see what is happening.
If the person is unable to move a body part or has pain on movement:
- Help the person rest in a comfortable position.
- Keep the person from getting chilled or overheated.
- Reassure the person.
- Determine whether to summon EMS personnel
- Continue to watch for changes
use the SAMPLE mnemonic as an easy way to remember what you should ask about when you are taking the brief history
S = Signs and symtoms
These includes bleeding, skin that is cool and moist, pain, nauses, headache and difficult breathing.
A=Allergies
Determine if the victim is allergic to any medications, food and environmental elements, such as pollen or bees
M = Medications
Find out if the victim is taking any prescription or nonprescription medications and whether they took them today as prescribed.
P = Pertinent past medical history
Determine if the victim has any medical conditions, has had medical problem in the past or recently has been hospitalized.
L = Last oral intake
Find out what the victim most recently took in by mouth, as well as the volume or dose consumed. This includes food, drinks and medication
E = Events leading up to the incident
Determine what the victim was doing just before and at the time of the incident
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