A 70-year-old man collapses in the hospital corridor. He is unresponsive and not breathing normally, with occasional gasps. According to Resuscitation...

Question

A 70-year-old man collapses in the hospital corridor. He is unresponsive and not breathing normally, with occasional gasps. According to Resuscitation Council UK guidance, which is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Begin chest compressions at 100–120 per minute after calling for help

Answer

Check carotid pulse for 30 seconds before deciding on CPR

Answer

Give two rescue breaths, then look for a defibrillator

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Place him in the recovery position and monitor

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Run to fetch the crash trolley before touching the patient

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Cardiac arrest – BLS

A 70-year-old man collapses in the hospital corridor. He is unresponsive and not breathing normally, with occasional gasps. According to Resuscitation Council UK guidance, which is the most appropriate immediate action?