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Q. Under what conditions ts it most likely necessary to administer artificial respiration for an extended period of time? A. Extended artificial respiration is most likely necessary with carbon monoxide poisoning, a drug overdose, near drowning (especially in cold water), or if el...

Q. Under what conditions ts it most likely necessary to administer artificial respiration for an extended period of time? A. Extended artificial respiration is most likely necessary with carbon monoxide poisoning, a drug overdose, near drowning (especially in cold water), or if electric shock are involved. ©. What are symptoms of recovery from a cardiac arrest? A. Typical symptoms of recovery are: 1. Skin tone becomes flushed Pulse normalizes atl a Mouth twitches Tee Pingertips creep “Catch-of-the-breath,” followed by a groan and gasping breaths 6. Breathing efforts readily detected Note: CPR should be administered by those who are trained. Drivers should also check their company policies regarding using CPR while on the job. ©. What are some of the special characteristics of electrical burns? A. The special characteristics of electrical burns are: 1. ‘The burns are often deep and may be accompanied by other problems such as the patient stops breathing and/or loses consciousness. 2. ‘There may be two external burns: one where the current entered the victim's body and one where the current exited. ©. What special precautions should be taken in dealing with a possible victim of electrical burns? A. When treating a person who has or may have suffered electrical burns, the first-aid provider should not approach the patient until the provider is certain that the power ts off. In case of a motor vehicle accident with downed wires, the first-aid provider should warn the patient not to move and to stay in the vehicle until the power is off. 149