What is the first action you should take to help a victim of inhalation exposure?

• A. Get the victim to fresh air
• B. Give water to drink
• C. Tie them to prevent movement
• D. Apply topical cream

Answer: (A)

Moving the person to fresh air immediately is the first action when someone has inhaled pesticides. Bringing them into fresh air stops further inhalation of the toxin and helps restore oxygen intake, which can ease breathing and reduce the severity of symptoms. Once in fresh air, seek prompt medical help and monitor their breathing, loosen restrictive clothing, and be ready to perform further first aid if needed. Water won’t address inhaled pesticides and can cause choking if they vomit. Tying the person up is dangerous and unnecessary, and topical cream has no effect on inhaled exposure.