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What is a bag valve mask?

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A bag valve mask is a bag used to resuscitate a patient by supplying air or oxygen directly into the trachea and into the lungs.

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What is bag valve mask?

A bag valve mask is a bag used to resuscitate a patient by supplying air or oxygen directly into the trachea and into the lungs.


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Yes, respiration is only given artificially by CPR. Respirations can be given via a mask, bag-valve mask, or mouth-to-mouth (not recommended).


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Which ventilation device is not recommended for single rescuer use?

It is called a BVM or bag valve mask that is not recommended for single person use.


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To artificially ventilate is to breathe for someone else. It could consist of a ventilator, bag valve mask, or direct rescue breathing.


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