Death confirmation Flashcards
1
Q
First step?
A
Wash hands
2
Q
Second step?
A
Confirm identity
3
Q
Third step?
A
Check for signs of life
1 - Respiratory effort
2 - Response to pain
3 - Pupillary reflexes (fixed and dilated)
4 - Palpate pulses (carotid artery)
5 - Auscultate heart sounds (for at least 2 minutes)
6 - Auscultate for respiratory sounds (for at least 3 minutes)
4
Q
Final steps
A
Wash hands again
Document your assessment (including time of death)
