Originally Posted by SDF_Traveler
Have you ever been an emergecy first responder?
I used to do National Ski Patrol which put me as an emergecy first responder. While most injuries were minor (i.e. nosebleeds, cuts, broken bones, an occasional diabetic problem, dehydration), I have encountered serious, life threatening injuries and one problem was locating a family member. I worked directly with EMS when we had individuals who needed to go to hospital, who faced the same issue.
If you were injured, specifically a life threatening injury, would you want someone to know as you are being taken to hospital by helicopter?
They'll find out eventually. What's the rush?
It's also important first responders talk to someone who knows the patient to get a history (any medical problems, i.e. diabetic, allergies, any medications, etc).
I was National Ski Patrol before cell phones became extremely popular (I had an old analog one at the time and would get $300+ monthly bills for roaming) - now that almost everyone has a mobile, it is a great idea.
SDF_Traveler
I have no medical problems, allergies, etc.