Question

Mr. Goodman is unresponsive. Valerie must now simultaneously check for breathing and a pulse for at least 5 seconds but no more than _______.

Answer 1

Answer: 10 seconds

Explanation: When performing first aid, since Mr Goodman is unresponsive, the next step is to open the victim's airway by tilting the head and lifting the chin.

Keeping the airway open, look, listen and feel for breathing. Before deciding that breathing is absent look, listen and feel for up to 10 seconds because time is critical when initiating CPR , which is the next step.