Revision question · Incidents, accidents and emergencies

At an incident, how could you help a casualty who has stopped breathing?

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Keep their head tilted forwards as far as possible

Follow the DR ABC code

Raise their legs to help with circulation

Try to give them something to drink

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Follow the DR ABC codeThis was the right answer

DR ABC is a reminder to consider danger, response, airway, breathing and circulation. It must not delay the emergency call: call 999 immediately for an unresponsive adult while assessing breathing. If breathing is abnormal or absent, follow the call handler’s CPR instructions and use an AED when available.

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Recognise cardiac arrest and get helpReviewed guidance summary · The marked adult rate of 120 is within the current 100–120 range, not the only valid rate; call early and use an AED when available.

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