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What is a common trigger for asthma attacks?
What is a common trigger for asthma attacks?
- Emotionally distressed
- Shortness of breath
- Hyperventilation
- Cold air (correct)
What is a symptom of a severe asthma attack?
What is a symptom of a severe asthma attack?
- Unconscious (correct)
- Coughing
- Wheezing
- Difficulty in speaking
What is the first step in helping a casualty with an asthma attack?
What is the first step in helping a casualty with an asthma attack?
- Sit the casualty down in a comfortable position (correct)
- Help the casualty use their inhaler
- Keep bystanders away
- Dial 999 to activate EMS
What is a symptom of hyperventilation?
What is a symptom of hyperventilation?
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What is a common cause of hyperventilation?
What is a common cause of hyperventilation?
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What is the correct response to a casualty with hyperventilation?
What is the correct response to a casualty with hyperventilation?
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What is a symptom of an asthma attack?
What is a symptom of an asthma attack?
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What should you do if the casualty's condition deteriorates?
What should you do if the casualty's condition deteriorates?
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What is a common trigger for hyperventilation?
What is a common trigger for hyperventilation?
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What should you avoid doing when helping a casualty with an asthma attack or hyperventilation?
What should you avoid doing when helping a casualty with an asthma attack or hyperventilation?
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