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When assessing a patient’s breathing, what is a sign of difficulty?
When assessing a patient’s breathing, what is a sign of difficulty?
- Radial pulse
- Use of accessory muscles (correct)
- Rapid chest rise
- Pale or bluish skin color
When caring for an unresponsive patient, what is the purpose of tilting their head back?
When caring for an unresponsive patient, what is the purpose of tilting their head back?
- To assess vital signs
- To relieve anxiety
- To improve circulation
- To open the airway (correct)
What is the most appropriate location for chest compressions on an adult?
What is the most appropriate location for chest compressions on an adult?
- Upper chest area
- Abdominal area
- Upper half of the sternum
- Lower half of the sternum (correct)
What is the term for the ability to record changes in a patient’s condition over time?
What is the term for the ability to record changes in a patient’s condition over time?
What is the primary purpose of the secondary assessment?
What is the primary purpose of the secondary assessment?
What is the term for skin that is bluish in color?
What is the term for skin that is bluish in color?
Which immunizations are commonly recommended for health care providers?
Which immunizations are commonly recommended for health care providers?
What is the primary purpose of a Hepa mask?
What is the primary purpose of a Hepa mask?
What is the main purpose of body substance isolation (BSI) precautions?
What is the main purpose of body substance isolation (BSI) precautions?
Which of the following is NOT part of the lower airway?
Which of the following is NOT part of the lower airway?
What is the recommended method for opening the airway of a patient with a possible neck or spinal injury?
What is the recommended method for opening the airway of a patient with a possible neck or spinal injury?
What is the purpose of inserting an oropharyngeal airway?
What is the purpose of inserting an oropharyngeal airway?
