You are aggressively ventilating an adult patient with a bag-valve mask when you notice that his previously strong pulse is getting weaker. You should:

A) reduce the volume of the ventilations. B) begin chest compressions.
C) increase the concentration of oxygen. D) reduce the concentration of oxygen.


A

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In the healthy adult, ____ is a reflex mechanism that opens collapsed areas of the lung.

A. coughing B. sighing C. yawning D. stretching

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A. 4 to 6 joules/minute B. 10 to 12 joules/minute C. 15 to 20 joules/minute D. 20 to 25 joules/minute

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A. garage B. storage occupancy C. warehouse occupancy D. mercantile occupancy

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