After an Emergency: Next Steps

After a severe low, the first hour is for settling. Rest in a calm spot. Do not leave the person alone for at least 60 minutes.

Even if they say they feel fine, stay close. Someone nearby can notice changes and act fast.

A severe low is one where someone else needs to help you. Tell your care team about any emergency. For a severe low, contact them within 24 hours.

Do this even if you feel back to normal.

Calling soon is like handing your team fresh notes. They see what led up to the low.

Once you feel steady, talk with your care team about what may have caused it.

Then update your emergency plan together. You agree with the team on what to add or change. Write it down.

Key takeaways

• Rest, and recheck as your care team advises.
• Tell your care team about any emergency, and contact them within 24 hours of a severe low.
• Look at what may have caused it, then update your plan together.

Try it

Today, check whether your care team knows about your most recent severe low. If not, call them.