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Emergency number

9-1-1 is an emergency telephone number used in many areas to request immediate help from emergency services.

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Emergency numbers kids should know

Emergency numbers kids should know

Why children should learn emergency numbers In an emergency, adults may be injured, confused, unconscious, absent, or unable to use a phone. A child who knows how to summon help can reduce delay during time-critical situations such as cardiac arrest, severe breathing difficulty in children, major bleeding, a serious allergic reaction, fire, or an immediate […]

Teaching children how to call emergency services and give clear information

Teaching children how to call emergency services and give clear information

Start with a calm, simple definition of an emergency Children need a clear definition that they can remember under pressure. Explain that an emergency is a situation in which someone is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical help. Examples include a fire, choking, severe trouble breathing, a serious accident, or a person who is […]