Ryanair Initial Practice Exam

What should be done for a passenger who is unconscious and breathing normally?

1. Put them in the recovery position

2. Administer CPR immediately

3. Call for emergency medical assistance

4. Monitor their pulse continuously

The correct answer is: Put them in the recovery position

When a passenger is unconscious and breathing normally, placing them in the recovery position is essential. This maneuver helps keep the airway clear and allows any potential fluids or vomit to drain away from the throat, thus reducing the risk of choking. By positioning the person on their side, you also help maintain an open airway while allowing them to breathe without obstruction. Immediate CPR is not necessary in this situation since the passenger is breathing normally; CPR is reserved for cases where there is no breathing or pulse. Calling for emergency medical assistance is important but not the primary action when the individual is stable but unconscious. Monitoring the pulse continuously may be part of ongoing care, but it doesn't address the immediate concern of ensuring the person's safety and maintaining an open airway. Therefore, the recovery position is the most appropriate first action in this scenario.