What Would Be the Best Action to Take First If

question 9

Multiple Choice

What would be the best action to take first if you are the first to arrive at the scene of a car accident that involves a fire in the engine and danger of explosion?

• A) Remove the victims as quickly as possible.
• B) Call 9-1-1 and wait for assistance.
• C) Try to put out the fire.
• D) Flag down others to help you.

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Definitions:

Medulla

An essential part of the brainstem involved in autonomic functions such as heart rate and breathing.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays an important role in motor control, coordination, and balance.

Pons

A part of the brain located in the brainstem, playing crucial roles in regulating breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.

Thalamus

A structure in the brain that acts as a relay station, transmitting sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.