🔴 First Aid for Adults Experiencing Chest Pain: Recommendations
Activate Emergency Response:
▪️Call to summon the emergency medical system (EMS).
▪️Ensure transport to the closest emergency department (ED).
Aspirin Administration
▪️If the individual is alert and experiencing nontraumatic chest pain, encourage chewing and swallowing 162–325 mg aspirin, unless they have a known aspirin allergy.
When to Avoid Aspirin Use:
▪️If there is uncertainty about its appropriateness (e.g., potential contraindications), wait for EMS arrival without administering aspirin.
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Activate Emergency Response:
▪️Call to summon the emergency medical system (EMS).
▪️Ensure transport to the closest emergency department (ED).
Aspirin Administration
▪️If the individual is alert and experiencing nontraumatic chest pain, encourage chewing and swallowing 162–325 mg aspirin, unless they have a known aspirin allergy.
When to Avoid Aspirin Use:
▪️If there is uncertainty about its appropriateness (e.g., potential contraindications), wait for EMS arrival without administering aspirin.
For more info:
AHA Guideline for First Aid
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