Assisted Ventilation Flashcards
What is the first step in assisted ventilation?
BSI & Scene safety
What checks should be performed on the patient?
Checks for responsiveness, pulse, and breathing simultaneously
What note should the candidate be informed of regarding the patient?
The patient is not breathing and has a pulse of 60
What is the appropriate method to open the airway?
Using the appropriate method
What should be measured to ensure proper size for oropharyngeal insertion?
Measure oropharyngeal for proper size
How should the oropharyngeal be inserted?
Insert oropharyngeal without pushing tongue down
What is required when selecting a BVM?
Selects proper size BVM
What is the first action when starting to bag the patient?
Start bagging patient with a proper mask to face seal
What should the oxygen flow rate be set to when attaching to the BVM?
Turn oxygen to 15 liters per minute or higher
What is the correct ventilation rate for the patient?
Ventilate patient at correct rate for at least 30 seconds (every 5-6 secs)
What indicates adequate ventilation?
Ensures adequate ventilation (chest rise and fall, air escaping)
