Red Cross Basic First Aid - Fainting

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Fainting

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Fainting is a brief loss of consciousness
due to a temporary reduction in the
blood flow to the brain.

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Recovery is usually rapid and complete.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a cause of unconsciousness?

• Heat exhuastion

• Fainting

• Alcohol

• Sleeping