In reviving a person who has been overcome by gas fumes, what would you AVOID doing?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Giving stimulants
Gas fume victims suffer from asphyxiating atmospheres and potential hypoxia or chemical toxicity. Giving oral stimulants can cause aspiration or exacerbate cardiovascular strain; rescuers must instead remove the victim, maintain warmth, and apply artificial respiration if breathing fails.
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