If an impaled object is penetrating the chest first aider should?
Impaled Object in the Chest
- Call for emergency help immediately.
- If the object is still in the person’s chest, do not remove it.
- Do not attempt to push the object further into the person.
- Stabilize the object by placing a bulky dressing around the object.
- If the person is unconscious, start CPR immediately.
- If the person is conscious, try to keep them calm.
- Monitor the person’s breathing and pulse until emergency help arrives.