TNCC Written Exam

TNCC Written Exam What are the late signs of breathing compromise? - ANSWER - Tracheal deviation - JVD What are signs of ineffective breathing? - ANSWER - AMS - Cyanosis, especially around the mouth - Asymmetric expansion of chest wall - Paradoxical movement of the chest wall during inspiration and expiration - Use of accessory muscles or abdominal muscles or both or diaphragmatic breathing - Sucking chest wounds - Absent or diminished breath sounds - Administer O2 via NRB or assist ventilations with a bag-mask device, as indicated - Anticipate definitive airway management to support ventilation. Upon initial assessment, what type of oxygen should be used for a pt breathing effectively? - ANSWER A tight-fitting nonrebreather mask at 12-15 lpm. What intervention should be done if a pt presents with effective circulation? - ANSWER - Insert 2 large caliber IV's - Administer warmed isotonic crystalloid solution at an appropriate rate