Water Distribution Grade 1 Certification Practice Exam

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What should a victim attempt to do if chlorine gas enters the throat area, causing a sudden stricture?

Take deep breaths through the nose
Run towards the gas source
Get out of the area of the leak, proceeding upwind
Remain still and calm

The correct answer is: Get out of the area of the leak, proceeding upwind

When chlorine gas enters the throat area and causes a sudden constriction or stricture, the most critical action for the victim is to get out of the area of the leak, proceeding upwind. Chlorine gas is harmful and can lead to severe respiratory distress, so moving upwind away from the source of the gas minimizes further exposure to the toxic fumes. By moving upwind, the victim is likely to move into cleaner air, which is essential for clearing the respiratory passages and alleviating distress. This also provides a safer environment to receive medical attention if necessary. Taking deep breaths through the nose can exacerbate the situation by inhaling more gas. Running towards the gas source would put the individual at greater risk of exposure and possibly life-threatening conditions. Remaining still and calm may seem like a reasonable reaction, but without moving away from the source, it does not address the immediate danger posed by ongoing exposure to the toxic gas. Thus, getting out of the area is the best practice in this emergency scenario.