What is the recommended first aid step when you suspect a stroke?

• A. Call 911 and monitor closely
• B. Give aspirin
• C. Encourage walking
• D. Immobilize on back and relax

Answer: (B)

When stroke is suspected, the top priority is to summon professional help immediately. Calling emergency services ensures trained responders arrive quickly to assess the person, support vital functions, and transport them to a hospital with stroke-capable care. Because every minute matters, EMS can begin life-saving steps on the way to the hospital and arrange rapid imaging to determine the type of stroke and appropriate treatment.

While waiting for help, keep the person safe, monitor their responsiveness and breathing, and note when symptoms started. Do not give food or drink, and do not administer medications like aspirin unless explicitly instructed by emergency personnel, since giving medicine before knowing the stroke type can cause harm. If the person becomes unresponsive, begin appropriate first aid measures as you were trained.

In short, act fast by calling 911 and monitoring the person until help arrives.