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Because the person in shock will choke on the food or drink
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Not part of the treatment for shock?
Only allow to drink water
How should a shock victim be placed?
on their back in a laying position
After the second shock of the victim's heart rhythm you should?
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With burn emergencies the victim should be treated for what?
Pain and shock.
You've finished treating an airman with a small caliber gunshot wound with no evidence of an open chest wound What should you do know?
allow the victim to assume the position easiest for breathing, and observe/treat for shock.
What factors should doctors consider before treating a severe burn victim?
Possibility of shock.
Why is important that no once touches the victim when administering a shock with an aed?
So the electric currents from the AED do not transfer from the victim to yourself, thus, you yourself becoming a victim of shock if exposed to the currents.
What will happen if you touch a person while the AED is delivering a shock?
The person touching the victim will also receive an electric shock (not as powerful as the victim but a shock none the less).
What should you do before you attch the AED pads to a victim?
Insure there is no pulse before you attach the pads to the victim.
What might happen if you touch the victim when AED is delivering a shock?
If you touch the victim while an AED is delivering a shock, you too will receive a shock.
If you are treating an airman that you suspect may have internal bleeding what should you do?
You should not move the victim except as necessary. The person should not be given anything to eat or drink. You should watch for signs of shock and locate a proper medical facility as quickly as possible. Loss of fluids can be treated by IV where available.
Why must a rescuer clear the victim prior to pushing the shock buttom on an AED?
So no other person but the victim gets the shock.
