A colleague collapses at work. After confirming the scene is safe, you tap the person's shoulders firmly and shout. There is no response. What should you do NEXT?

A colleague collapses at work. After

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ABegin chest compressions immediately
BPlace the person in the recovery position
CSimultaneously check for breathing and a carotid pulse for no more than 10 seconds
DLook for a medical alert bracelet before doing anything else

✓ Correct answer: C. Simultaneously check for breathing and a carotid pulse for no more than 10 seconds After confirming unresponsiveness, the AHA BLS protocol directs you to simultaneously check for breathing and a carotid pulse for no more than 10 seconds before deciding on the next action.

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