Daily Survival Guide

How to Survive Sports Emergencies: Dart Injury
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1. If the dart is in the head, neck, chest, or back, leave it in place.
   Take the person to the hospital, or call for an ambulance.


2. Remove the dart.
   If the dart is embedded in an arm or leg, remove it using a fast, pulling motion.


3. Examine the wound.
   If blood is spurting from the wound, apply a clean cloth to the injury site.


4. Apply pressure.
   elevate the affected area above the level of the heart. Hold the cloth firmly in place for 5 minutes.


5. Check the wound.
   If blood continues to spurt, apply a new, clean cloth, elevate, and apply pressure for 15 additional minutes.


6. Rinse.
   When the bleeding has stopped or slowed, gently rinse the wound under cool tap water.


7. Bandage.