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Breathing depth refers to the amount of air moved out of the lungs with each breath.
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Signs of effective breathing include noisy and raspy breathing.
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When a person is not getting enough oxygen, the body responds by breathing slower and shallower.
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One of the signs of ineffective breathing is when the person is alert and relaxed.
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First aid for ineffective breathing includes positioning the responsive casualty in a lying down position.
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Decreased level of consciousness is a sign of effective breathing.
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Spacers like Aerochamber® are used to help patients inhale medication more effectively over several breaths.
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The MDI should be pressed while the casualty is exhaling.
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If a casualty is gasping for air and unable to hold their breath, a spacer should not be used.
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Small children and other casualties who have difficulty coordinating proper inhalation with medication release often carry spacers with them.
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A mask attached to the spacer device makes it harder for the casualty to take the medication.
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If a casualty experiences throat irritation after using an inhaler, they should gargle or rinse the mouth with water.
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Auto-injectors should only be used if the indicated liquid remains clear, even if the product is expired.
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You should press the orange tip of the EpiPen® into the inner thigh for proper administration.
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Auto-injectors cannot be given through any clothing layers.
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It is recommended to call 9-1-1 immediately after administering the first dose with the auto-injector.
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If a casualty's condition deteriorates before help arrives, a second dose with a new EpiPen® should not be given.
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Individuals feeling faint or dizzy due to impending shock should be encouraged to sit up immediately.
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A person chokes when the airway is fully blocked and airflow to the lungs is completely cut off.
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A choking casualty with a completely blocked airway can still cough forcefully, breathe, and speak.
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When the oxygen in the body is used up, the person's face becomes red or flushed.
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A person with poor air exchange due to a severe obstruction may have trouble breathing, but can still cough forcefully and speak.
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If someone is injected by mistake, it is recommended to follow the manufacturer's directions for care of the used device.
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A choking casualty with good air exchange due to a mild obstruction can still cough forcefully but may have difficulty speaking.
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During first aid for a choking infant, if the baby can cough forcefully, it is recommended to immediately begin back blows and chest thrusts.
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In first aid for a choking infant, after giving five forceful back blows between the shoulder blades, the next step is to turn the baby face-up and give chest thrusts.
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One should continue giving back blows and chest thrusts to a choking infant until the airway is cleared or the baby becomes unconscious.
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When performing chest compressions in first aid for a choking infant, it is important to check the mouth after the first 30 compressions.
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If a mild obstruction lasts for more than a few minutes during first aid for a choking infant, immediate chest compressions should be initiated.
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During first aid for a choking infant, it is advisable to roll the baby to the floor into a face-up position before beginning chest compressions.
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Breathing depth refers to the amount of air moved in and out of the lungs with each breath.
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A person chokes when the airway is fully blocked and airflow to the lungs is completely cut off.
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When a person is not getting enough oxygen, the body responds by breathing slower and shallower.
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Decreased level of consciousness is a sign of effective breathing.
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A choking casualty with good air exchange due to a mild obstruction can still cough forcefully but may have difficulty speaking.
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First aid for ineffective breathing includes positioning the responsive casualty in a lying down position.
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Inhalation injuries occur when the casualty breathes in cold air.
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A choking casualty with a fully blocked airway can still cough forcefully and speak.
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Spacers like Aerochamber® are used to help patients exhale more effectively over several breaths.
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Decreased level of consciousness is a sign of effective breathing.
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Auto-injectors should only be used if the liquid inside is discolored.
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During first aid for a choking infant, if the baby can cough forcefully, immediate back blows and chest thrusts should be administered.
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A spacer like Aerochamber® makes it more difficult for the casualty to inhale the medication.
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The MDI should be pressed when the casualty is exhaling.
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If a mild obstruction persists during first aid for a choking infant, immediate chest compressions should be performed.
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It is advisable to give a second dose with a new EpiPen® if a casualty's condition worsens before help arrives.
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The body responds to not getting enough oxygen by breathing slower and deeper.
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Signs of effective breathing include noisy and raspy breathing.
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Abdominal thrusts create a cough by pushing the diaphragm down slowly.
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For best effect, it is recommended to keep the forearms on the abdomen while giving abdominal thrusts.
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If unable to reach around a wheelchair, it is important to position it away from a wall before giving back blows.
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One should perform five back blows between the shoulder blades using the palm of the hand.
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When a person becomes unconscious during the first aid for choking, it is not necessary to call for medical help.
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If healthcare professionals suggest a different way of giving abdominal thrusts, it is best to continue using the standard method.
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A person with asthma may carry medication in the form of a Diskus®.
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A person experiencing a severe asthmatic attack should be placed lying down on their back for better breathing.
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During first aid for a severe asthma attack, if the unconscious casualty stops breathing, CPR should not be initiated.
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A spacer should never be used when a casualty is gasping for air and unable to hold their breath.
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An MDI should be pressed while the casualty is inhaling, not exhaling.
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The color blue in the face (cyanosis) is not a sign of a severe asthmatic attack.
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