EFA Exit Exam • Set 6 Question 10 of 30

A man is having a heart attack, he has medication with him, what should you do?

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Direct Answer

Option B: Assist him with the medicine. Call medical help, reassure him until help arrives

The human ear comprises the outer, middle, and inner ear, serving the dual sensory functions of acoustic hearing and vestibular balance (equilibrium).

All Options

Give the medicine to him, placing it under the tongue. Call medical help

Assist him with the medicine. Call medical help, reassure him until help arrives (Correct Answer)

Call medical help, place medicine in mouth and begin CPR

Have the victim lay down. Call medical help

Detailed Explanation & Context

The human ear comprises the outer, middle, and inner ear, serving the dual sensory functions of acoustic hearing and vestibular balance (equilibrium).

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Elementary First Aid (EFA).

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