Exclamation PointPlease call 911 immediately if you are having chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, sudden weakness or numbness, or if you think you have a medical emergency.

Electric Shock Treatment

Call 911 if:

Electrical shocks always need emergency medical attention -- even if the person seems to be fine afterward.

The 911 emergency personnel may instruct you on the following:

1. Separate the Person From Current's Source

To turn off power:

If you can't turn off power:

If high voltage lines are involved:

 

2. Do CPR, if Necessary

When you can safely touch the person, do CPR if the person is not breathing or does not have a pulse.

3. Check for Other Injuries

 

4. Wait for 911 to Arrive

5. Follow Up

 

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Andrew Seibert, MD on October 14, 2011