What to Do in a Medical Emergency: First Steps Before Reaching the Hospital in Khammam

Medical emergencies can strike without warning—whether it's a sudden heart attack, a road accident, or a severe allergic reaction. Knowing what to do in those crucial first moments can save lives. For residents of Khammam, understanding emergency protocols before reaching the hospital can ensure the best outcomes.

At Sri Abhaya Hospitals, Khammam’s trusted multi-specialty hospital, we provide 24/7 emergency care—but what you do before arrival is just as critical.

Why the First Few Minutes Matter

In any emergency, time is life. Quick thinking and basic actions can stabilize a person’s condition until professional care arrives.

First Steps to Take in Different Types of Emergencies

1. Heart Attack or Chest Pain

Symptoms: Chest pressure, pain spreading to arm/jaw, breathlessness, sweating.

🛡️ What to Do:

Call emergency services or ambulance immediately
Make the person sit upright and calm
If they’re conscious and not allergic, give aspirin
Do NOT let them walk or move around

2. Road Accident or Trauma

Symptoms: Bleeding, unconsciousness, visible fractures, head injuries.

🛡️ What to Do:

Call an ambulance (Sri Abhaya Hospitals has 24/7 trauma care)
Do not move the person unless there's a risk (like fire)
Apply pressure to bleeding wounds using clean cloth
Immobilize suspected fractures using rolled cloths or boards

3. Stroke

Symptoms: Face drooping, arm weakness, slurred speech.

🛡️ What to Do (Use FAST):

Face: Ask to smile
Arms: Ask to raise both arms
Speech: Ask to repeat a sentence
Time: If signs are present, call an ambulance immediately

4. Seizure or Convulsion

Symptoms: Jerking movements, unconsciousness, foaming at mouth.

🛡️ What to Do:

Keep surroundings clear of sharp or hard objects
Turn the person to their side to prevent choking
Do NOT insert anything into their mouth
Time the seizure and note how long it lasts

5. Choking

Symptoms: Inability to breathe, coughing, or clutching the throat.

🛡️ What to Do (If trained):

Perform Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts)
For infants, give 5 back slaps followed by 5 chest thrusts
If they become unconscious, start CPR and call for help

Essential Things to Keep Ready at Home

Emergency contact numbers (hospital, ambulance, blood banks)
First-aid kit
List of family members' allergies or conditions
Copies of important medical records
Directions to the nearest emergency hospital (like Sri Abhaya Hospitals)

When to Rush to the Emergency Room

Visit the emergency room immediately in case of:

Chest pain
Breathing difficulty
Unconsciousness
Seizures
Severe bleeding or burns
Sudden paralysis or vision loss

At Sri Abhaya Hospitals, our emergency department is open 24/7 with specialists in trauma, cardiology, neurology, and critical care.

Why Choose Sri Abhaya Hospitals for Emergency & Trauma Care

We’re more than a hospital—we’re your first line of defense in an emergency. Our highly trained emergency staff, modern ambulances, and ICU backup ensure every second counts.