You arrive at the scene of an incident. You see a casualty who’s not moving. What should you do first?
- A Check if it’s safe to approach the casualty
- B Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- C Start looking for a defibrillator (AED)
- D Move the casualty into the recovery position
Why this is the answer
The first thing to do is to assess the situation for danger. You need to make sure that there are no further risks. If you go to help and get hurt, then there are 2 casualties.
Why the other answers don't fit
- B
- Begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) — Going straight in without checking risks making you the second casualty.
- C
- Start looking for a defibrillator (AED) — That comes later, and only once the scene is safe.
- D
- Move the casualty into the recovery position — You do not move anyone before assessing the scene and their breathing.
Where this comes from
- Driving: the essential skills — section 16
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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