46 - Adult - Drowning

Question 1

T/F: In the adult drowning patient, full spinal immobilization is implemented.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

In the adult drowning patient, any patient submerged under (1 hour/2 hours) should be vigorously resuscitated, even if apparently dead.

Answer 2

1 hour

Question 3

In the adult drowning patient, if patient presents with respiratory distress, wheezing, or stridor, you may consider what intervention?

Answer 3

CPAP