Apr 19, 2014
If a sudden medical emergency takes place it is important for the driver and any other passengers to recognize it is happening and take action immediately. There are things you can do when a medical situation occurs to minimize the risks. Hatfield Toyota offers the following advice for handling medical emergencies in the car:
Preventing Techniques
There are several things you can do to reduce the risks for sudden medical emergencies on the road before you even get in the car. For example:
- Before traveling, have a small meal and consider bringing a snack
- Don’t drive if you’ve just started a new medication and are unsure how you will react to it
- Program emergency contacts into your phone and carry a list of numbers in your wallet or purse
- Carry a bottle of baby aspirin
- Enroll in the Yellow Dot Program
Handling a Medical Emergency
Various medical emergencies will require a different action. Here are some common emergencies:
- If you are driving and feel nauseous, pull over until the feeling passes. If the feeling doesn’t pass, call someone to pick you up.
- If you’re a passenger and the driver of the vehicle loses consciousness, grab the wheel and attempt to get the vehicle off the road safely. Call 911 for help.
- If you’re driving and experiencing heart attack signs, pull over and call for help. Chew four baby aspirin while you wait for an ambulance.
- If someone is ill in the vehicle, don’t try to drive them to the hospital if it is a far distance away – call 911. They have emergency equipment on board and can get through traffic easier.
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