Oropharyngeal airway opa - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

EMR Final Exam Questions And Answers 100% Verified Which of the following statements best reflects the principles of moving patients? A. There are a number of different ways to move a patient to safety but only one is best. B. All team members should be trained in the proper techniques. C. If the patient is conscious, do not explain what you are doing or what you are about to do, because you do not want to cause them to panic. D. It is acceptable if the patient is injured in the process o...

Targeted temperature management - adults. - correct answer 32 - 36 C (89.6 - 95.2F). Titrate inspired O2 to... - correct answer the lowest level required to achieve arterial O2 sat 94% + to avoid complications associated with O2 toxicity. Mean arterial pressure goal - correct answer 65 mm Hg or greater A team leader should be able to explain why it is essential to... - correct answer push hard and fast in center of chest. ensure complete chest recoil. minimize interruptions in compres...

Which patient's vital signs are not within normal limits? - ANSWER newborn:Pulse,100;respiration,30;B.P.;70/30 (normal:P:120-160, R:40-60, B/P:80/40) A 45- year old male is breathing at a rate of 32 times per minutes with shallow respirations. He is altered, his skin signs are cool, cyanotic, and diaphoretic. You should - ANSWER provide artificial ventilation with a gas mask valve and high-flow oxygen. You should assess skin color by examining an adult patient's - ANSWER nailbeds A 45...

The BLS Survey includes assessing which of the following? Responsiveness, Activate EMS and get AED, Circulation, Defibrillation Basic airway skills include all of the following EXCEPT: Placement of laryngeal mask airway (LMA) Which type of suction catheter provides the most effective suctioning of the oropharynx and thick particulate matter? Rigid catheter (Yankauer) Early defibrillation is critical for individuals with sudden cardiac arrest for the following reasons EXCE...

With increasing age, the heart must work harder to move the blood effectively because? Pg 252 A. the blood vessels become stiff. B. the arteries dilate significantly. C. diastolic blood pressure decreases. D. the blood thickens as a person ages. correct answer: A. the blood vessels become stiff. As the blood vessels become stiffer, the heart must work harder to be able to move the blood effectively. The cervical spine is MOST protected from whiplash-type injuries when the? Pg 855 A. ...

Which of the following are NOT part of the upper respiratory tract: A. Oropharynx B. Trachea C. Larynx D. Nasopharynx B. Trachea -The trachea is the beginning of the lower respiratory tract, and the larynx (voice box) is the end of the upper airway What are the 4 major components of the upper airway? Mouth, nose, pharynx, and larynx Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:00 / 0:15 Full screen Brainpower Read More What are the 4 ma...

Upon insertion of an oropharyngeal airway (OPA), the tip of the device should be positioned in what anatomical space? a. Oropharynx b. Nasopharynx c. Hyperpharynx d. Laryngopharynx - ANSWER Answer: D The OPA works by lifting the base of the tongue off the posterior pharynx. With proper insertion, the tip should rest in the laryngopharynx so it can fully support the tongue. The administration of a beta2-specific drug to a patient with respiratory distress is done to effect a change to w...

Fairbanks: Red Cross EMR Review (2023/2024) Already Graded A venous bleeding Steadily Flowing A patient has an open and sucking chest wound. You should apply which type of dressing? Occlusive dressing Which action is the most important to protect yourself from disease transmission when caring for a patient who is bleeding? Wearing disposable gloves. A patient has fallen off a ladder onto the sidewalk. He has a large laceration on his thigh that is severely bleeding. You suspect that this pati...

Scene Size Up includes - assessing the scene for safety, noting the number of patients, noting potential hazards and calling for additional help if needed. You have a 45 y/o male involved in a major MVA. He c/o pain to the chest and dyspnea. The anterior chest wall is bruised and tender, weak radial pulses are present and the last three blood pressure measurements show narrowing pulse pressure. You should suspect a: _________________________ and your interventions should include: __________...

EMT Airway Study Guide Exam Questions and Answers head tilt-chin lift maneuver -Answer-How do we open a patients airway when we are NOT concerned with a cervical injury? jaw-thrust maneuver -Answer-How do we open a patients airway when we ARE concerned with a cervical injury? unresponsive patients without a gag reflex (breathing or apneic), any apneic patient being ventilated with a BVM -Answer-indications of OPA conscious patients, any patient (conscious or unconscious) who has an i...