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Electrical shock: First aid
Content
When to contact your doctor
Caution
Overview
When to seek emergency care
Treatment
What to avoid
When to call your doctor
When to contact your doctor
Caution
Overview
When to seek emergency care
Treatment
What to avoid
When to call your doctor
Treatment
- Begin CPR if the person shows no signs of circulation, such as breathing, coughing or movement.
- Try to prevent the injured person from becoming chilled.
- Apply a bandage. Cover any burned areas with a sterile gauze bandage, if available, or a clean cloth. Don't use a blanket or towel because loose fibers can stick to the burns.
