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.

Electrical Shock

Call 911 if the child:

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

Follow the directions of emergency personnel.

WebMD Medical Reference

Reviewed by Hansa D. Bhargava, MD on August 30, 2011