A 68-year-old collapses suddenly at home. His wife reports he clutched his chest before collapsing. He is unresponsive with no pulse. What is the imme...

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A 68-year-old collapses suddenly at home. His wife reports he clutched his chest before collapsing. He is unresponsive with no pulse. What is the immediate first step in management?

Accepted Answer

Check for response and call for help, then start CPR

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Give IV adrenaline immediately

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Check a blood glucose level

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Perform a finger sweep of the mouth

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Apply oxygen via face mask

Emergency medicine & Acute presentations — UKMLA MCQ

A 68-year-old collapses suddenly at home. His wife reports he clutched his chest before collapsing. He is unresponsive with no pulse. What is the immediate first step in management?