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Rescue from the danger area
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On arriving at the place of the accident the rescuer must first verify the injured person’s breathing and pulse, as well as his state of consciousness. After assessing the danger (falling rocks, avalanches, extreme altitude, low temperatures) and the priority, the injured must be taken out from the danger area as soon as possible.
However, a giddy and inappropriate transportation could represent a serious danger for the injured causing, for instance, vertebral lesions. The rescuer must be capable of assessing and deciding by himself if it’s better to transport the injured or to stay in the area of danger. In the case where there is only one rescuer available, he can transport the injured for short distances at a time using different techniques to lift a person, as, for instance, the dragging method (raute carry) or the arms crossing method (fireman´s carry). As soon as the injured is rescued from the area of danger, the necessary first-aid measures must be applied. Depending on the seriousness of the injuries, a camp for the injured should be installed, if at all possible, with tent, bedspread and sleeping bag. In the case of expeditions, if it’s possible, the injured must be carried to the base camp. In a well prepared excursion, radio communication should be constant between base camp and the rest of the participants. Now, other steps must be considered.
Assessing the situation
- Must the injured be transported?
- Can the injured be transported?
- What means of transportation are there at our disposal?
- Should I descend and seek help?
- How can I find help?
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