Question

A 19-year-old man collapses in the street. You are the first doctor on scene. He is unresponsive and not breathing normally. According to UK basic life support guidance, what is the most appropriate next step after calling for help and activating emergency services?

Accepted Answer

Start chest compressions at a rate of 100–120/min with a depth of 5–6 cm

Answer

Check his carotid pulse for 30 seconds

Answer

Deliver 5 rescue breaths only

Answer

Place him in the recovery position and wait for the ambulance

Answer

Apply an automated external defibrillator but do not start compressions

Practice question

A 19-year-old man collapses in the street. You are the first doctor on scene. He is unresponsive and not breathing normally. According to UK basic life support guidance, what is the most appropriate next step after calling for help and activating emergency services?