First Aid and CPR Basics

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Head tilt and chin lift are common techniques used to open an airway.

True (A)

Which airway management method is appropriate for a patient who is unconscious with a gag reflex?

  • Nasopharyngeal Airway (correct)
  • Endotracheal Intubation
  • Oropharyngeal Airway
  • Bag-Valve-Mask

What is the purpose of the gag reflex in airway management?

To prevent the entry of foreign objects into the airway.

The airway management method used for infants is called __________.

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Study Notes

Airway Management

  • Importance of maintaining a clear airway to ensure proper breathing.
  • Tools and techniques for managing airways in both conscious and unconscious patients.

Breathing Techniques

  • Use of nasopharyngeal airways for conscious or semi-conscious patients without a gag reflex.
  • Consideration of head tilt and chin lift as a method to open the airway.

Special Considerations

  • Airway management techniques differ for infants compared to adults.
  • Use of specialized protocols and tools tailored for infant care.

Reflex Responses

  • Understanding gag reflex implications when assessing patient consciousness level.
  • Implications for airway interventions depending on the presence or absence of reflexes.

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