There are potentially three things that a serious hunter should do in terms of quick responses to medical emergencies: – Take some basic training in CPR, stemming blood flow etc. – Carrying an all-around “How To …” book like – Carrying a suitable first aid pack
Much of your time is going to be spent away from areas without cell phone signals. So satellite communication devices – which are vastly improved these days – are essential items factor hunters.
Every area you go to will have a Parks & Wildlife Department. For example, in Colorado, there is the Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Find the right department and get on the phone with the hunting consultants they have.
This could be a vital part of your decision on how to prepare for emergencies when elk hunting.