NHS Pathways 111 Revision | 2023 | 175 Questions with 100% Correct Answers | Updated & Verified | 22 Pages
What is the priority when conduction a telephone assessment? - to establish if the patients condition is IMMEDIATELY life-threatening how long does it take for cells to die after not receiving oxygen? - 3-5 minutes what are the three essential things to keep the body supplied with oxygen? - Airway, Breathing and Circulation What does 'AIRWAY' mean in regards to ABC - A clear airway through which air, containing oxygen, can enter What does 'BREATHING' mean in regards to ABC - Air enters the lungs where oxygen passes into the body What does 'CIRCULATION' mean in regards to ABC - A pumping heart and enough blood to carry oxygen to the body. Anything blocking the passage of air can stop oxygen reaching the body, what are the 2 reasons that could cause this? - Choking and person is unconscious and tongue may flop back and block airway
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