Emergency Medical Checklist

A checklist to prepare for a medical emergency with an information sheet, contacts, medicines, and basic steps.

Published June 29, 2026

Build an Information Sheet

Full name, date of birth, and address
Emergency contacts with phone numbers
Doctors and preferred hospital
Allergies to medicines and other things
Medical conditions and recent surgeries
Insurance details and ID information
Keep this sheet current and easy to find

Medicines and Supplies

A current list of all medicines and doses
Note any emergency medicines and where they are kept
Keep a stocked first aid kit accessible
Note any medical devices or equipment in use
Keep a few days of essential medicine ready

Contacts and Access

Save emergency contacts in every phone at home
Post your local emergency number where it is visible
Make sure family knows where information is kept
Keep a spare key or access plan for responders
List your address clearly for callers to relay

Know When to Call for Help

Chest pain or pressure
Trouble breathing
Signs of stroke such as face drooping or slurred speech
Severe bleeding or a serious injury
Loss of consciousness or a severe allergic reaction
For any of these, call your local emergency number such as 911

Basic Steps While Waiting

Call for help first and stay on the line
Keep the person calm, safe, and still
Follow the dispatcher's instructions
Provide care only within your training
Have the information sheet ready to share

Important

This checklist is general information only and is not medical advice; in a real emergency call your local emergency number immediately and follow the instructions of emergency professionals
Consider taking a recognized first aid and CPR course

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An emergency medical checklist helps you prepare for a medical emergency by building an information sheet, organizing contacts and medicines, and knowing the basic steps to take. It helps you and your family respond calmly and give responders the details they need.

In an emergency, clear information saves time. Having allergies, conditions, medicines, and contacts written down means anyone helping you can act quickly and accurately.

This list focuses on preparation and general steps, not on diagnosing or treating anyone. The most important step in a true emergency is always to call for professional help right away.

Made for patients, caregivers, and seniors getting ready, this checklist is printable and downloadable as a PDF. Fill in your details, place copies where they are easy to find, and review them regularly.

FAQ

When should I call emergency services?

Call your local emergency number for severe or sudden symptoms such as chest pain, trouble breathing, signs of stroke, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness. When in doubt about a serious situation, call for help.

What should an emergency information sheet include?

Include the person's name, emergency contacts, doctors, allergies, medical conditions, current medicines, and insurance details. Keep it current and place copies where responders or family can find them quickly.

Where should I keep emergency information?

Keep copies on the fridge, in your wallet, in your car, and as a note on your phone. Make sure family members and caregivers know where to find it during an emergency.

Can I treat an emergency myself?

Your role is to call for help, keep the person safe, and provide care only within your training while waiting. Do not attempt treatments beyond your ability, and follow instructions from emergency dispatchers.

Is this emergency medical checklist printable?

Yes. Print it or download the PDF, complete your information sheet, and keep copies in easy-to-find places at home and on the go.