First Aid & CPR Practice · Question
For a witnessed adult collapse from a likely cardiac cause you should:
'Call first' for adults — early defibrillation is the priority.
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Question: For a witnessed adult collapse from a likely cardiac cause you should:
Answer options:
- Give 2 minutes of CPR before calling 9-1-1 ✅ Call 9-1-1 and get an AED first, then start CPR
- Just call 9-1-1 and wait
- Drive the victim to hospital
Correct answer: Call 9-1-1 and get an AED first, then start CPR
Explanation: 'Call first' for adults — early defibrillation is the priority.
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