1.) A stroke is caused by a blockage in the brain. Have the person stay
calm and follow the FAST procedure. Look at the person to see if they
have weakness and sit the person down. Call 911 or go to the nearest
hospital.
2.) Massive trauma can lead to a life threatening condition
known as shock. Have the person stay calm. Call 911 immediately and do
not move them.
3.) A tonic-clonic seizure that goes status is a life
threatening condition where a person with epilepsy has a prolonged
seizure. Roll the person on their side and move away all dangerous
objects. Do not restrain them. Call 911 if the seizure goes over 5
minutes or the person has 2 seizures in a row without gaining
consciousness.
4.) A person can choke at any moment. It is important
to give the Heimlich maneuver to a person who is choking on a object.
Give 5 abdominal thrust and be trained.