BLS Hospital Corpsman Latest Update 100% Pass

BLS Hospital Corpsman Latest Update 100% Pass To perform the head-tilt/chin lift technique on an adult: Press down on the forehead while pulling up on the bony part of the chin with two to three fingers of the other hand. Modified Jaw-Thrust Maneuver used to open the airway when a patient is suspected of having a head, neck or spinal injury. To perform this maneuver on an adult, kneel above the patient's head Simultaneous Breathing and Pulse Check Once the airway is open, simultaneously check for breathing and a carotid pulse, for at least 5 but no more than 10 seconds. Agonal Breaths isolated or infrequent gasping that occur in the absence of normal breathing in an unconscious patient. How many ventalations and how often for patient in respiratory arrest? Give 1 ventilation every 5 to 6 seconds myocardial infarction myocardial infarction heart attack refers to the necrosis (death) of heart tissue as a result of a loss of oxygenated blood. Abandonment Discontinuing care once it has begun. Abdominal thrusts Inward and upward thrusts just above the navel to force an object out of the airway when a person is choking. Adolescent In the context of CPR, someone from the onset of puberty (as evidenced by breast development in girls and underarm hair development in boys-usually around the age of 12) through adulthood. Advance directive Written instructions that describe a patient's wishes (or the wishes of the parent and/or legal guardian) regarding medical treatment or healthcare decisions. Agonal breaths Isolated or infrequent gasps that occur in the absence of normal breathing in an unconscious patient; can occur after the heart has stopped beating and are considered a sign of cardiac arrest.