Bag Valve Mask

Question 1

the mask should extend how far?

Answer 1

from the proximal half of the nose to the chin

Question 2

after the mask is on; attach the oxygen tubing to the BVM and adjust the flow to?

Answer 2

15 liters per minute

Question 3

after adjusting the flow to 15L/min you should chest the airway is patent - how do you do this?

Answer 3

chin lift, jaw thrust, oropharyngeal airway

Question 4

what is the C and E technique

Answer 4

the way you hold the mask

make a C with your thumb and pointer finger

3rd and 4th on the mandible

pinky finger on soft tissue

Question 5

how often to you ventilate

Answer 5

squeeze once every 5 seconds

Question 6

steps of bag valve mask

Answer 6

1. proper size mask
2. connect oxygen to BMV and adjust flow to 15 L/min
3. ensure patent airway (chin lift, jaw thrust)
4. C and E technique
5. ventilate and watch chest rise (squeeze every 5 seconds)