drowning case Flashcards
1
Q
first aid :
A
2
Q
what does ER do to a patient with drowning case :
A
delivering oxygen via nasal cannula, non-rebreather, non-invasive positive pressure ventilation, or endotracheal tube. Oxygen should be titrated to maintain oxygen saturation between 92% - 96% and to avoid over oxygenation
3
Q
a patient’ lung will be full of water so we need to :
A
The Heimlich maneuver is a form of artificial respiration
