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Immediate medical advice

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Immediate medical advice often revolves around staying calm, assessing the situation quickly, and taking simple but life-saving steps before professional help arrives. In cases of chest pain that may suggest a heart attack, the person should be kept at rest in a comfortable upright position, tight clothing loosened, and emergency services called immediately; if aspirin is available and the person is not allergic, one tablet can be chewed to reduce the risk of clotting, while unconscious patients who stop breathing may require CPR with chest compressions. For severe bleeding, applying firm and continuous pressure with a clean cloth or bandage, elevating the injured area above heart level if possible, and avoiding removal of soaked dressings can help control blood loss until hospital care is available. Burns should be cooled under running water for 10–20 minutes but never treated with toothpaste, butter, or oils; mild cases can be covered with a sterile