What are the essential Chinese phrases for emergency medical situations

Essential Chinese phrases for emergency medical situations include important expressions for seeking help, describing symptoms, and communicating with medical personnel. Here are some key phrases:

• 救命 (Jiù mìng) - Help! or Save me!
• 我需要医生 (Wǒ xū yào yī shēng) - I need a doctor.
• 请帮忙 (Qǐng bāng máng) - Please help.
• 我受伤了 (Wǒ shòu shāng le) - I am injured.
• 我感到疼痛 (Wǒ gǎn dào téng tòng) - I feel pain.
• 哪里疼? (Nǎ lǐ téng?) - Where does it hurt?
• 我晕倒了 (Wǒ yūn dǎo le) - I fainted.
• 呼吸困难 (Hū xī kùn nán) - Difficulty breathing.
• 过敏 (Guò mǐn) - Allergic reaction.
• 需要急救车 (Xū yào jí jiù chē) - Need an ambulance.
• 我不能动了 (Wǒ bù néng dòng le) - I cannot move.

These phrases cover urgent needs for medical attention and symptom description to assist in emergencies effectively. It is advisable to learn the pronunciation to communicate clearly with rescuers or medical staff in China or when dealing with Chinese-speaking individuals. ⁹

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