10 Questions
What is a common trigger for asthma attacks?
Cold air
What is a symptom of a severe asthma attack?
Unconscious
What is the first step in helping a casualty with an asthma attack?
Sit the casualty down in a comfortable position
What is a symptom of hyperventilation?
Numbness and cramping in hands and legs
What is a common cause of hyperventilation?
Emotional distress
What is the correct response to a casualty with hyperventilation?
Encourage the casualty to breathe slowly and deeply
What is a symptom of an asthma attack?
Difficulty in speaking
What should you do if the casualty's condition deteriorates?
Dial 999 to activate EMS
What is a common trigger for hyperventilation?
Recently experienced emotional distress
What should you avoid doing when helping a casualty with an asthma attack or hyperventilation?
Lying the casualty down
Learn about the basic anatomy of the respiratory system, including the nose, trachea, bronchi, lungs, and alveoli. Understand their functions and roles in filtering, warming, and moistening the air we breathe.
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