When ventilating an apneic child with a bag-mask device, it is important for the paramedic to remember that:
A) each ventilation should be delivered over a period of 2 to 3 seconds.
B) the presence of chest rise is an unreliable indicator of proper ventilation.
C) regurgitation and aspiration may occur, even with proper ventilation technique.
D) posterior cricoid pressure will virtually eliminate the risk of pulmonary aspiration.
Answer: C) regurgitation and aspiration may occur, even with proper ventilation technique.
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