When inserting a nasopharyngeal airway, the EMT should remember that:
A) The patient cannot be responsive or have a gag reflex
B) An oil-based lubricant is needed for smooth insertion
C) The head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver or jaw-thrust maneuver is not needed after insertion
D) The nasal mucosa may bleed even with proper insertion
D) The nasal mucosa may bleed even with proper insertion
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A) Left atrium B) Left ventricle C) Right ventricle D) Pulmonary vein
While transporting a patient with an Esophageal Tracheal Combitube (ETC) airway in place, the patient regains consciousness and begins gagging on the device. You would immediately:
A) encourage the patient to relax and accept the airway. B) contact medical direction for advisement. C) deflate the cuffs and remove the airway. D) suction the airway through the ETC.
Exhalation into which device can result in loss of drug delivery?
a. Small-volume jet nebulizers b. Metered dose inhaler c. Dry powder inhaler d. Ultrasonic nebulizer
If the medical office does not hire a medical assistant or physician with good foreign language skills that are common to its patient demographics, they will need to pay a(n) ________ to ensure patient understanding and compliance.
A. interpreter B. patient coach C. patient navigator D. community resource program