SSB SRT - Health and Medical Emergencies

The Health and Medical Emergencies category in the Situation Reaction Test (SRT) assesses your ability to remain calm, think quickly, and take appropriate action during medical crises. These scenarios test your awareness, responsiveness, and ability to manage emergencies effectively.

Here is a detailed list of 50 situations with suggested responses under the Health and Medical Emergencies category.

50 Situations and Suggested Responses

1. Situation: A person faints in front of you during a public event.
   Response: "Check their breathing, make them lie down in a safe position, and call for medical help."
2. Situation: Your friend complains of chest pain during a workout.
   Response: "Stop the workout, provide first aid, and immediately take them to the hospital."
3. Situation: A stranger collapses while running in a marathon.
   Response: "Move them to a safe spot, hydrate them if conscious, and call for medical assistance."
4. Situation: A child chokes on food in your presence.
   Response: "Perform the Heimlich maneuver carefully and call a doctor if needed."
5. Situation: Your family member has a sudden high fever at midnight.
   Response: "Give them fever-reducing medication, sponge them with cold water, and consult a doctor."
6. Situation: A friend sustains a deep cut during a hike.
   Response: "Clean the wound, apply pressure to stop bleeding, and bandage it before seeking medical help."
7. Situation: You witness a person slipping and injuring their leg on the street.
   Response: "Help them to a safe position, check for fractures, and call for medical assistance."
8. Situation: A colleague experiences a severe allergic reaction after eating.
   Response: "Administer an antihistamine if available and call for emergency medical care."
9. Situation: Your sibling suffers a burn while cooking.
   Response: "Cool the burn under running water, cover it with a clean cloth, and take them to a doctor."
10. Situation: A friend complains of dizziness and blurred vision during an exam.
    Response: "Make them sit down, offer water, and seek immediate medical attention."
11. Situation: Your teammate twists their ankle during a football match.
    Response: "Help them sit down, apply ice to reduce swelling, and avoid putting weight on the injury."
12. Situation: You find someone bleeding profusely after an accident.
    Response: "Apply pressure to the wound to control bleeding and call for an ambulance."
13. Situation: A person near you is having an epileptic seizure.
    Response: "Ensure their safety by removing harmful objects and let the seizure pass before seeking medical help."
14. Situation: Your friend complains of severe headache and nausea during a trek.
    Response: "Check for altitude sickness, provide rest and hydration, and descend to a lower altitude."
15. Situation: A family member suffers a minor fracture at home.
    Response: "Immobilize the area with a splint and take them to the nearest hospital."
16. Situation: A stranger near you shows signs of a heart attack.
    Response: "Call for emergency services, help them sit comfortably, and provide aspirin if available."
17. Situation: Your neighbor's child accidentally swallows a small object.
    Response: "Check their breathing, encourage coughing, and rush them to a doctor."
18. Situation: A friend shows symptoms of food poisoning during a trip.
    Response: "Provide oral rehydration solution (ORS) and take them to the nearest medical facility."
19. Situation: A family member experiences a panic attack.
    Response: "Calm them down, encourage deep breathing, and reassure them until they feel better."
20. Situation: Someone suffers a head injury during a fall.
    Response: "Check for consciousness, avoid moving their head, and call for emergency medical help."
21. Situation: Your friend faints due to heatstroke during a summer outing.
    Response: "Move them to a cool place, provide water, and seek medical attention."
22. Situation: A person near you has difficulty breathing due to asthma.
    Response: "Help them use their inhaler and seek immediate medical help if symptoms persist."
23. Situation: Your friend accidentally ingests a harmful chemical.
    Response: "Avoid inducing vomiting, rinse their mouth, and rush them to the hospital with the chemical's container."
24. Situation: A student falls unconscious during a morning assembly.
    Response: "Lay them down, elevate their legs, and call for the school nurse or a doctor."
25. Situation: Your friend develops rashes and swelling after an insect bite.
    Response: "Apply a cold compress, provide antihistamines if available, and seek medical care."
26. Situation: A fellow passenger shows signs of motion sickness during travel.
    Response: "Help them sit still, provide fresh air, and offer a motion sickness remedy if available."
27. Situation: A person experiences a stroke in your presence.
    Response: "Recognize the symptoms (FAST), call for emergency help, and ensure they remain comfortable."
28. Situation: A child injures their eye with a sharp object.
    Response: "Avoid touching the eye, cover it with a clean cloth, and rush to an eye specialist."
29. Situation: Your sibling complains of severe stomach pain at night.
    Response: "Provide basic comfort, avoid giving food or drink, and take them to the hospital immediately."
30. Situation: A person suffers from frostbite during a winter trek.
    Response: "Warm the affected area gradually and seek medical attention immediately."
31. Situation: Your colleague shows signs of hypoglycemia during work.
    Response: "Provide them with a sugary drink or snack and monitor their condition."
32. Situation: A family member cuts themselves while using a kitchen knife.
    Response: "Wash the wound, apply pressure to stop bleeding, and dress it properly."
33. Situation: A stranger is unconscious on a park bench.
    Response: "Check for breathing, call emergency services, and provide CPR if required."
34. Situation: A child suffers a nosebleed during a play session.
    Response: "Tilt their head forward, pinch their nose gently, and apply a cold compress."
35. Situation: A person burns their hand while lighting a firecracker.
    Response: "Cool the burn with water, cover it with a clean cloth, and consult a doctor."
36. Situation: Your sibling shows signs of dehydration after prolonged outdoor activity.
    Response: "Give them fluids, rest in a cool place, and monitor their condition."
37. Situation: Someone near you chokes on a piece of food at a party.
    Response: "Perform the Heimlich maneuver and call for medical assistance if needed."
38. Situation: A stranger slips on a wet floor and injures their back.
    Response: "Avoid moving them unnecessarily, ensure their comfort, and call for medical help."
39. Situation: Your neighbor is unconscious after inhaling smoke from a fire.
    Response: "Move them to fresh air, perform CPR if required, and call emergency services."
40. Situation: A friend collapses due to low blood pressure.
    Response: "Help them lie down, elevate their legs, and provide hydration."
41. Situation: A teammate suffers a ligament injury during practice.
    Response: "Apply ice, immobilize the area, and seek medical attention."
42. Situation: Your colleague shows signs of high blood pressure at work.
    Response: "Help them relax, provide water, and advise consulting a doctor."
43. Situation: A person near you suffers from severe sunburn during a beach outing.
    Response: "Apply aloe vera or a cool compress and advise them to stay hydrated."
44. Situation: Your friend shows signs of a drug overdose at a party.
    Response: "Call emergency services immediately and provide supportive care until help arrives."
45. Situation: A child gets stuck in a swing and panics.
    Response: "Calm them down, carefully free them, and check for injuries."
46. Situation: Someone cuts their foot on broken glass at a picnic.
    Response: "Clean the wound, apply antiseptic, and dress it properly."
47. Situation: A person faints while climbing stairs in a crowded place.
    Response: "Move them to a safe spot, provide water if conscious, and seek medical help."
48. Situation: Your friend sprains their wrist while lifting a heavy object.
    Response: "Apply ice, immobilize the wrist, and advise consulting a doctor."
49. Situation: A stranger collapses during a fitness competition.
    Response: "Ensure their safety, provide basic first aid, and call for medical assistance."
50. Situation: A person near you is exposed to a chemical spill.
    Response: "Help them rinse the affected area with water, avoid further exposure, and seek medical care."