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At the scene of a traffic incident, a casualty shows signs of physical shock, including pale, cold skin and rapid, shallow breathing. What is the correct initial action to take while waiting for the emergency services?

  1. A
    Offer the casualty a warm, sweet drink to keep them hydrated.
  2. B
    Encourage the casualty to walk around to stimulate their blood circulation.
  3. Reassure the casualty and keep them comfortably warm with a coat or blanket.Cevap
  4. D
    Remove the casualty's protective helmet to help cool them down.

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Reassure the casualty and keep them comfortably warm with a coat or blanket.
Casualties suffering from shock should be kept calm, still, and comfortably warm by placing a blanket or coat over them. Providing steady reassurance minimizes physiological stress while waiting for medical personnel.

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1
Recognise the signs of physiological shock
Identified pale, cold, clammy skin and rapid, shallow breathing following traumatic incident.
Prompt recognition allows appropriate supportive management while preventing harmful interventions.
2
Provide non-invasive thermal and psychological support
Placed a coat or blanket over the casualty, maintained reassurance, and ensured they remained resting comfortably.
Prevents hypothermia and lowers metabolic stress while avoiding ingestion of oral fluids that could complicate anaesthesia.

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Roadside shock management and casualty care
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