What is a primary action taken during Direct Threat Care?

The primary action taken during Direct Threat Care is to stay in the fight and mitigate the threat. This approach is crucial because Direct Threat Care is designed to be applied in situations where there is an ongoing threat to both the first responder and the injured person. Staying engaged with the situation allows responders to actively manage the threat while also attempting to provide care.

In high-stress environments, such as active shooter scenarios or other immediate threats, the safety of all individuals involved is paramount. By focusing on mitigating the threat first, responders can create a safer environment in which they can effectively administer care. This might mean engaging with a suspect, repositioning to avoid danger, or employing tactical measures to control the scene.

Other actions, like controlling major bleeding, conducting a rapid assessment, and preparing an injured person for movement, are certainly important and part of comprehensive patient care. However, in the context of Direct Threat Care, those actions must be secondary to addressing the immediate risk posed by the threat. Only once the situation is stabilized can responders focus on providing effective medical assistance.