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When should stomach flushing not be used?
stomach flushing should not be used routinely with poisoned patients. It is useful only if the patient has swallowed a life-threatening quantity of poison, and when the flushing can be done within 60 minutes of having swallowed the poison.
Where should you check the temperature of a unconscious patient?
Rectal
Should temperature of an unconscious patient should be taken orally since they are not moving about?
No
When should implied consent apply?
Implied consent applies to the unconscious patient - if the patient were conscious they would want your help.
What should you never do with an unconscious patient?
You should never move them because you increase the risk even further
What should the physician do if patient refuses to sign the immunization consent form?
He/She should terminate (or discharge) the patient.
When should the principles of DRS ABCD begin on an unconscious patient or in a life threatening emergency?
immediately
Should you be worried if your kids eat paste?
if your talking about toothpaste then it depends on how much your child has swallowed. if he has eaten a lot then yes, and you should call poison control right away.
Why should medical control be consulted before inserting a nasal airway?
Because even though it is recommended for an unconscious patient, if the patient has sustained to severe of a trauma the nasal airway could damage the patient more than help them.
Can an unconscious person turn over?
An unconscious person cannot willfully turn themselves over. However, an unconscious patient should be placed on their side in the recovery position, provided there is no clinical evidence of a cervical spine injury that may compromise life. This position allows any vomit to clear from the patient's airway, and to avoid the tongue falling back and potentially causing an airway blockage.
If iron overdose is suspected what should you do?
If overdose is suspected, the patient should contact poison control and/or seek emergency medical attention immediately.
You swallowed toothpaste?
If you swallow more than is used for brushing u can get stomach achesb (u should call poison control) but if you just swallow a little than nothing will happen.
