Describe the management of hyperventilation
What will be an ideal response?
• Operator needs to remain calm and keep a nonjudgmental attitude
• Place the patient in the position of his or her choice—usually sitting upright
• Loosen tight clothing around the neck region
• Work with the patient to control the rate of respirations
• Monitor vital signs
• If the condition does not improve, consider intramuscular or oral administration of lorazepam in a dose of 1–2 mg or diazepam in a dose of 2–5 mg
• Transportation by EMS to an emergency department to determine if the patient may be suffering from a more serious condition, such as a pulmonary embolism, may be required
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a. sighing b. moving c. yawning and crying d. Both a and b e. All of the above
To clear an airway of fluid and debris, suctioning should be applied:
a. for as long as needed. b. for no more than 10–15 seconds at a time. c. for no more than 30 seconds at a time. d. as deeply as needed to remove as much fluid as possible.
2. Which of the following is a way that health care workers can help prevent the spread of microorganisms and viruses?
A. Provide a susceptible host B. Hold contaminated linen, belongings, or other items close to you C. Wash your hands before and after helping patients D. All of the above E. None of the above
A frequent reason why patients sue medical offices is ________.
A. poor treatment by office personnel B. medical errors made by nurses C. physicians make them wait too long for appointments D. medical assistants are unable to think critically and solve problems