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(HealthDay News) -- It's a wise idea to talk to your kids about what to do in the event of an emergency, according to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Here's what you should tell them:
In language your child can understand, explain what constitutes an emergency.
Tell your child who might come to help -- paramedics, firefighters and police -- and what they might be wearing.
Have your child memorize important information, such as your home address and phone number.
Make sure he knows the emergency number for your area.
You can also role play an emergency situation, guiding your child through the following steps:
Get to a safe place.
Try to stay calm.
Dial 911.
Tell the person who answers what's wrong.
Don't hang up until the other person hangs up.
If possible, be in a spot where you can see emergency workers arrive.
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