>>188610871. Call Emergency Services Immediately (000 / 911)
Do not wait. Do not try to clean up, rationalize the situation, or worry about your roommate's friend arriving. A head injury resulting in unconsciousness—especially if the person will not wake up—is a life-threatening medical emergency.
What to tell dispatch: State clearly that your roommate fell, struck his head on a hard surface, is unconscious, and is not waking up. Give your exact address immediately.
Stay on the line: The dispatcher will give you vital, step-by-step instructions on what to do while help is en route.
2. Check Breathing and Pulse
While you are on the phone with emergency services, check if he is breathing normally.
If he is breathing: Do not move him unless he is in immediate danger. Moving someone with a potential spinal or severe traumatic brain injury can cause permanent paralysis or worsen internal bleeding.
If he is NOT breathing (or only gasps/gurgles): The dispatcher will guide you on how to begin CPR immediately.
3. Handle the Friend's Arrival
When the friend arrives within the hour, they will either arrive before help gets there or while paramedics are already on the scene.
Do not panic or try to cover up what happened. Frame it honestly to the friend or let emergency responders handle the situation.
Paramedics and police will need to know what occurred (e.g., that he hit his head after a fall) to provide the correct medical treatment. Concealing the truth or delaying care to protect yourself or your roommate can cost him his life.
Summary Checklist
Dial emergency services right now.
Follow the dispatcher's instructions.
Do not move him.
Be completely honest with medical professionals when they arrive.