What should you do if you suspect an injury is serious?

• A. Take a photo for social media.
• B. When in doubt, call 911.
• C. Ask a fellow student to help.
• D. Ignore it and continue.

Answer: (B)

When you suspect an injury is serious, your top priority is getting professional medical help as quickly as possible. Calling emergency services ensures trained responders can assess, stabilize, and transport if needed, and they can provide life-saving actions you might not be equipped to perform. Time matters because delays can worsen outcomes, even if injuries don’t look severe at first. While you wait for help, keep the scene safe, check for responsiveness, and provide only the first aid you’re trained to give. Avoid moving someone with potential spinal injuries. Taking photos for social media or relying on a peer for medical decisions isn’t appropriate in this moment, and ignoring the situation or continuing as if nothing is wrong can lead to serious harm.