What should be done if a victim does not respond when checked for unresponsiveness?

In a situation where a victim does not respond when checked for unresponsiveness, the appropriate action is to call emergency services (EMS). This is critical because immediate medical assistance can greatly improve the victim's chances of survival, especially if they are unconscious and unable to breathe or have a pulse. Calling EMS alerts professionals who are trained to handle emergencies effectively.

Assessing for unresponsiveness might indicate a serious condition, which could require interventions that only trained responders can provide. The sooner emergency services are contacted, the quicker they can arrive and provide critical care or transport the victim to a medical facility.

Taking other actions, such as leaving the victim to find help or waiting for the victim to wake up, could lead to a delay in treatment. Also, while mouth-to-mouth resuscitation might be necessary if the victim is not breathing, it should only be initiated after ensuring that emergency help has been called. Thus, prompt communication with emergency services is the best initial step to ensure that the victim receives necessary care as quickly as possible.