District of Columbia Government
	Emergency First Aid Tips

The source for these first aid instructions is The American Red Cross. Different signs, symptoms, and their causes may dictate variation in the appropriate treatment. When in doubt, always call 911 first; the call taker is prepared to give you instructions over the phone until help arrives at your emergency.

• Poison

• Shock

• Fractures and Dislocations

• Heart Attack

• Loss of Consciousness