Work through these scenarios to practice decision-making skills.
Scenario 1: Chest Discomfort
Your 55-year-old uncle mentions chest "pressure" during Thanksgiving dinner. He says it's probably from eating too much.
Decision Points:
- Cardiac risk age
- Classic symptom
- Minimizing behavior
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Correct Action: Call 911 immediately
Scenario 2: Child's Fever
Your 3-year-old has a 102°F fever but is playing and drinking fluids.
Decision Points:
- Alert and active
- Taking fluids
- No emergency symptoms
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Correct Action: Call pediatrician or urgent care
Scenario 3: Elderly Fall
Your elderly neighbor fell but says she's fine, just bruised.
Decision Points:
- Elderly = high risk
- Possible hidden injuries
- May minimize symptoms
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Correct Action: Strongly encourage 911 or ER