AFA Chapter 6

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What is a common symptom of COPD?

Silent chest with sudden onset

Barrel-chested appearance (correct)

Hyperventilation without exertion

Prolonged inhalation through pursed lips

Which of the following conditions is not encompassed by the general term COPD?

Chronic bronchitis

Emphysema

Pneumonia (correct)

Bronchospasm

What age group has COPD been diagnosed in, according to the text?

As young as 40 years old (correct)

Between 20 to 30 years old

Exclusively in individuals under 40 years old

Exclusively in individuals over 65 years old

In individuals with COPD, when are colds or the flu more likely to occur?

More frequently than healthy individuals Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is characterized by the alveoli losing their elasticity and becoming distended with trapped air?

Emphysema Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way to counteract the effects of a reaction caused by COPD?

Taking oral antihistamines soon after symptom onset Signup and view all the answers

What technique is recommended to open the patient's mouth when inserting the OPA?

Crossed-finger technique Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if the patient gags when you attempt to insert the OPA?

Stop the attempt and maintain an open airway using other methods Signup and view all the answers

Why should extra caution be taken when inserting an OPA in younger children and infants?

They have delicate airways Signup and view all the answers

How should you position an infant when inserting an OPA to avoid hyperextension of the neck?

Place some padding under the infant's shoulders Signup and view all the answers

What should you use to hold the tongue against the bottom of an infant's mouth when inserting an OPA?

Tongue depressor Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the inflatable cuffs on supraglottic airways?

To seal the patient's airway Signup and view all the answers

Why should you rotate the OPA 90 degrees after gently sliding it along the inside of a child's cheek?

To place it into the throat Signup and view all the answers

Why are supraglottic airways not suitable for patients with active vomiting?

They cause aspiration risk Signup and view all the answers

In what cases are supraglottic airways contraindicated?

Patients with airway edema or stridor Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before inserting the supraglottic airway (SGA)?

Deflate the cuffs using a syringe Signup and view all the answers

How should one position themselves when inserting the supraglottic airway?

Behind the supine patient's head Signup and view all the answers

Where should the SGA be directed during insertion?

Back and downwards until it reaches the back of the hypopharynx Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for keeping the patient’s head tilted to an appropriate angle during ventilation?

To prevent air from entering the stomach Signup and view all the answers

What should be the frequency of ventilations for adults when ensuring a steady rhythm?

1 breath every 5 to 6 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for when air enters the patient’s stomach instead of the lungs?

Gastric distension Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario would mouth-to-stoma breathing be necessary?

When the patient has undergone a laryngectomy Signup and view all the answers

Why is gastric distension considered a serious problem during assisted ventilation?

It can lead to vomiting Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended technique when assessing the breathing of a patient with a stoma?

Place the side of your face over the stoma Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patient's breathing is rapid due to emotions like excitement or anxiety?

Provide reassurance and try to calm the patient to slow their breathing. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patient has a pulse but is not breathing?

Continue to provide assisted ventilation. Signup and view all the answers

When should you begin CPR for a patient who has no pulse and is not breathing?

Immediately upon detecting absence of pulse. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you suspect a patient's rapid breathing is caused by excitement?

Encourage the patient to engage in calming breathing exercises. Signup and view all the answers

How often should you check if a patient has begun to breathe spontaneously during assisted ventilation?

Every minute. Signup and view all the answers

If a patient's pulse is absent and they are not breathing, what action should be taken next as per the text?

Initiate CPR. Signup and view all the answers