Abdominal thrusts Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

American Red Cross Lifeguard Test Questions and Answers 2024 what would you identify as the universal sign that a conscious person is choking? - Clutching the throat A 12-year-old child at a swim meet grabs their chest and begins to make wheezing noises. After you obtain consent to provide care, the child's parent informs you that the child has a history of asthma, but does not have an inhaler nearby. What care should you provide? - Summon more advanced medical personnel and place the vict...

HeartCode BLS (American Heart Association) 2023/2024 QUESTION AND CORRECT ANSWER You are a member of the emergency response team for your hospital and are called to a code blue. You arrive to find one of your colleagues leading a resuscitation attempt to an elderly patient. You notice that the person performing chest compressions seems to be tiring, and the compression rate is slowing. When should rescuers switch positions during CPR? A. Never switch rescuers, and maintain current ...

HESI LPN Comprehensive Exit Exam Latest 2023 Questions & Answers with Rationale. A newborn with apnea is being discharged from the hospital with home monitoring. What information concerning the infant's care should the practical nurse review with the parents? A. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). B. Administration of intravenous antibiotics. C. Reassurance that the infant cannot be electrocuted during monitoring. D. Advise that the infant not be left with caretakers, such as babysitter...

the active, muscular part of breathing is called: correct answer: inhalation A 22-year-old man crashed his motorcycle into a tree. He is found approximately 20 feet away from his bike and is responsive to pain only. He is not wearing a helmet. You are unable to effectively open his airway using the jaw-thrust maneuver. What should you do? correct answer: Carefully tilt his head back and lift up on his chin. what is the function of pulmonary surfactant? correct answer: it lubricates the ...

AHA BLS EXAM REVIEW 2024 NEW UPDATE SOLUTION 1. When should the rescuer initially ensure that the scene is safe? a. When the rescuer first sees a potential victim b. After the rescuer activates the emergency response system c. As emergency medical services arrive on the scene d. After an AED that is attached to the victim delivers a shock - A 2. As soon as an AED becomes available, which of the following is the first step the rescuer should perform to operate the AED? a. Place the AED...

What should you do first if a kid collapses in the gym and is unresponsive? Check pulse Choking. What to do? Ask if they are choking and start doing abdominal thrusts (Heimlich Manuever) Reflexology Healing the body by applying pressure to someone's hands and feet What drug produces drowsiness, nausea and hallucinations? Inhalents Barbiturates (Sleep Inducing) side effects are closely like what other drug? Alcohol Ecstasy MDMA- goes into effect 30-45 after taking it and lasts 3-6 hours R...

What is the order of the 3c's - ANSWER-Check Call Care How should you administer an epipen - ANSWER-Ask the person if you can help them Uncap the epi pen Firmly jab in the center Rub for 10 sec (with permission) How long should you check for breathing - ANSWER-10 sec What if the aed pads touch each other on the patient's chest - ANSWER-Use pediatric pads Place on the chest and one of the center of the back Don't use aed When giving breaths, what should u do? - ANSWER-Pinc...

How can you best protect yourself from possible bloodborne pathogen transmission when providing care? a. Ask the victim first if they have any communicable diseases. b. Thoroughly wash your hands before providing care. c. Use first aid supplies, such as dressings and bandages, as a barrier when in contact with the victim. d. Use personal protective equipment (PPE), such as disposable gloves and a breathing barrier, when providing care. - D A 12-year-old child at a swim meet grabs the...

CNA FINAL EXAM/ GRADED A answered questions for CNA exam 2023 CNA Prometric Test 2 1. A nurse aide enters a room just as a resident’s wife slaps the resident. The resident does not seem up set or hurt. What should the nurse aide do? A. Leave the room and close the door to allow privacy. B. Consider if this is normal behavior for this couple. C. Report the observation to the charge nurse immediately D. Tell the wife that she must leave the facility for the day. 2. Which of the following is an e...

What is PPE? Personal Protective Equipment How long should you wash your hands after providing first aid? 20 seconds How should you position your hands when giving abdominal thrusts? Put the thumb side of your fist slightly above the navel and well below the breastbone What are signs of a severe allergic reaction? trouble breathing, swelling of the face and tongue, and the person may stop responding What are signs of a heart attack? uncomfortable feeling, such as...