An 11-year-old male loses consciousness during soccer play. He had experienced dizziness and chest pain. What should be your initial action?

In a scenario where an 11-year-old male loses consciousness during physical activity and has experienced symptoms like dizziness and chest pain, the initial action should focus on ensuring his safety and comfort. Placing him in a position of comfort allows for the evaluation of his condition while preventing potential injury if he remains in a compromised posture.

This position can help facilitate breathing and circulation, which is crucial for a patient who has lost consciousness. It provides a better anatomical alignment of the airway, especially when there is a risk of vomit or airway obstruction due to loss of responsiveness.

Administering oxygen might be necessary later, but it is not the immediate priority because ensuring he is stable and safe takes precedence in the management of an unconscious individual. Similarly, transporting him fully immobilized could be appropriate, but it should only be done if there is suspicion of a spinal injury, which is not indicated in this case from the provided symptoms. Monitoring vital signs is essential but after ensuring the patient's comfort and establishing an airway, as vital signs can be reassessed continuously while monitoring overall responsiveness.