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QuestionBasic Life Support

In this scenario, your boat has capsized and floated away. The first thing to do is ensure your own safety. You should have a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) on, which will help you stay afloat in the water.

Let's examine the given options and assess their effectiveness in ensuring your safety: A. Securely fasten your PFD, and wait for help. This is the most appropriate action, as you are already wearing a PFD, which will keep you afloat. Waiting for help is the best course of action, as it is safer to conserve energy and avoid unnecessary swimming. B. Tie all the PFDs together to make a buoyant raft. While this option can provide some buoyancy, it requires you to locate and gather all the PFDs, which may not be easily accessible. This could also exhaust you, making it more difficult to stay afloat. C. Swim after the boat, and try to catch it. This option is not advisable, as it requires significant energy expenditure and may not be successful, especially if the boat is far away or in strong currents. D. Remove your PFD, and wave it to signal for help. This is not a safe option, as removing your PFD puts you at risk of drowning. Additionally, waving it may not be as effective in signaling for help as other methods, such as using a whistle or flare if available.