Tracey is at a party with her friends. During the evening, she drinks a number of alcoholic drinks in a very short amount of time. Her friends notice that Tracey is showing signs of confusion. She vomits twice, and her breathing becomes irregular. Tracey’s friends are becoming very concerned.
What should Tracey’s friends do to help her? Check all that apply.
Answer: Stay with the person. Leaving a person alone and checking on them every 15 minutes is putting their life at risk. Monitor their breathing and pulse. If their breathing becomes irregular, dial 911. If they become non-responsive, dial 911 immediately. If you cannot wake someone up and they have had a large amount of alcohol, they need medical assistance immediately.
