FOXNews.com: Know when to go to the ER

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Know when to go to the ER Aug 10th 2012, 10:00 Use this simple article to determine whether or not you need to visit the emergency room. About 20 percent of trips to the ER are unnecessary. To recognize a true emergency (and avoid needless expense), remember this acronym: ABCDE. Head to the ER stat (or dial 911) if you have any of these: A - Airway Choking (also do the Heimlich maneuver or CPR if needed) B - Breathing Rapid or slowed intake of air, wheezing, skin has a blue tinge C - Circulation Loss of consciousness, bleeding, agitation, lifelessness D - Disability or dehydration Injury or inability to walk or talk, inability to keep down food or liquids E - Exposure to an environmental hazard Various (causes can include heat exhaustion, hypothermia or poisoning) Get help fast. Urgent-care centers treat non-threatening conditions and often have shorter wait times than ERs. Locate one at findurgentcare.com. ___________________________________ More From All You: 15 Ways to Not Get Sick  My Body Says What? Decode Your Body's Noises  Get Serious About Trans Fat  12 Real Reasons to Lose Weight

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