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Does a person require CPR if they are unresponsive but is breathing adequately?
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∙ 8y ago
You would only administer CPR if the person does not have a pulse or (at a slightly lower place on the chest) if you knew/believed the person was choking. Otherwise, if the person has a pulse but is not breathing, you should administer rescue breaths.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 8y agoIf they are breathing, the best thing to do is call 911. If they are not breathing and heart has stopped then start CPR.
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Is an unresponsive patient still breathing?
Could be. Breathing is not a response. A person who is unconscious would be unresponsive and still breathing.
You must check adequate breathing before giving rescue breaths to an unresponsive adult victim?
Yes, if a person is already breathing there is no reason why you would need to breathe for them.
What is resuscitation?
Resuscitation is the act of reviving someone who is unconscious, unresponsive, or not breathing. It typically involves cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to restore blood circulation and breathing. Prompt resuscitation can be crucial in saving a person's life.
What would be the next step with an unresponsive victim with agonal gasps and EMS has been called?
Open the airway and check for breathing (signs of life; look, listen & feel); if not breathing give two breaths then start CPR.
When an individual become unresponsive how soon is death expected?
There are many reasons why a person could become unresponsive and death in many cases would not be expected.
What makes a spouse unresponsive?
A person's spouse could become unresponsive for a variety of reasons. That person may be traumatized from previous abuses they suffered, or they could just be tired or feeling unwell. It is best for the spouse to see a doctor, who can then diagnose the cause of the unresponsiveness.
What is a comatose person?
A comatose person is in a state of deep unconsciousness where they are unresponsive to stimuli and unable to wake up. This can be caused by various factors such as severe head injury, stroke, or metabolic issues. Comatose individuals require medical attention and monitoring as it indicates a serious underlying medical condition.
What is spontaneous breathing?
Spontaneous breathing means that the person is breathing without having to think about it.
What condition is an unresponsive state from which a person can be aroused only briefly and with vigorous repeated attempts?
stupor
What is the medical term meaning psychological condition in which a person is completely or partially unresponsive to external stimuli?
Catatonia
Which term describes an unresponsive state from which a person can be aroused only briefly despite vigorous attempts?
stupor
When can a first aider assume that a person consents to first aid treatment?
If a person is unresponsive/unconscious a first aider may assume consent.
