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Laryngospasm-- Spasmodic closure of the larynx.
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What is a laryngospasm?
Laryngospasm-- Spasmodic closure of the larynx.
What are the side effects of thiopentone?
laryngospasm and hangover
Laryngospasm is most likely to cause what?
circulatory collapse
Can a nurofen pill cause laryngospasm?
yes it happened to me
What are some treatment options for those who suffer from laryngospasm?
There are various treatment options for one suffering from Laryngospasm, a muscular contraction. Treatments for this condition include proton pump inhibitors or prokinetic agents.
What is the medical term meaning the sudden spasmodic closure of the larynx?
Laryngospasmlaryng/o = larynx-spasm = sudden involuntary contractionLaryngeal spasm or laryngospasm means spasm of the larynx or voicebox.Laryngeospasm.
Why 2 rescue breaths?
For aquatic rescue, a near drowning casualty may be in the condition known as laryngospasm "a condition where the vocal cords goes into spasm to prevent water from entering the lungs". Therefore it is advisable to provide 2 successful rescue breaths before starting chest compression.
What do Chlorine casualties that require immediate treatment suffer from?
Chlorine casualties that require immediate treatment may experience symptoms such as respiratory distress, coughing, chest tightness, and potentially pulmonary edema. These symptoms can be life-threatening and require prompt medical attention to prevent further complications.
The muscles of the airways contract during?
The muscles of the airways contract during an asthma attack, leading to narrowing of the air passages and making it difficult to breathe. This constriction is triggered by various factors such as allergies, exercise, or irritants like smoke. Prompt treatment with medications can help to relax the muscles and alleviate symptoms.
What are chlorine casualties most likely suffering from if they need immediate treatment?
Chlorine casualties most likely need immediate treatment for respiratory distress, including coughing, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, or wheezing. Additionally, they may present with eye irritation, skin burns, or gastrointestinal symptoms if exposed to high levels of chlorine gas.
What happens when you have a laryngeal spasm after extubation?
Laryngospasm in the operating room is treated by hyperextending the patient's head and administering mechanical ventilations with 100% oxygen. In more serious cases it may require intubation. If orotracheal intubation is not possible a cricothyroidotomy is done to create an airway. In ear, nose and throat practices, it is treated by examining the patient in the office and reassuring the patient that laryngospasm resolves. Sometimes reflux medication is used to reduce the acidity in the stomach. The laryngeal spasm is actually a quite common side effect of anesthesia, and more commonly in cases involving tracheal extubation.
Why did vinegar make you choke?
OK, so the reason you choke on vinegar is because you keep it in your mouth to long. The vinegar will stay in your mouth but as you try to swallow, it goes down the wrong pipe. If you don't keep it in your mouth too long, then, some of the vinegar probably just went down the wrong pipe.
