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… of dealing with death and dying 1. Attempt to resuscitate patients without a pulse or not breathing unless: a. Do not resuscitate (DNR) order that meets local guidelines is present at … e. Firefighter’s carry 3. Urgent moves a. Patients with altered mental status b. Inadequate breathing or shock c. Other situations that are potentially dangerous to the patient 4. … airway at all times j. Consider the use of oxygen by non- rebreather mask k. Reassess airway, breathing, and circulation frequently 1.0 – Preparatory 2013 WI EMR Core Content Curriculum 1.3 – …

… to EMS Education (edited version 2011) (1) Hazardous material suits (2) Self contained breathing apparatus c. Hazardous materials scenes are controlled by specialized HazMat teams d. … (urgent move) when there is immediate threat to life a. Altered mental status b. Inadequate breathing c. Shock 3. If there is no threat to life, the patient should be moved when ready for … the left) without twisting the body 2. A patient with chest pain or discomfort or difficulty breathing should sit in a position of comfort as long as hypotension is not present 3. A patient …

… to EMS Education (edited version 2011) (1) Hazardous material suits (2) Self contained breathing apparatus c. Hazardous materials scenes are controlled by specialized HazMat teams d. … (urgent move) when there is immediate threat to life a. Altered mental status b. Inadequate breathing c. Shock 3. If there is no threat to life, the patient should be moved when ready for … the left) without twisting the body 2. A patient with chest pain or discomfort or difficulty breathing should sit in a position of comfort as long as hypotension is not present 3. A patient …

… with immediate, specific instances of stressful and toxic moments. • Breathe – try the 4-7-8 breathing technique to help slow your heart rate and improve breathing. • Self-empathy – giving yourself permission to be upset/confused/angry or forgiving … for help. http://resilient.wisconsin.gov A first responder’s guide to stress reduction through breathing Breathing is one of the simplest ways to lower stress in the body, because when you …

… thirty (30) seconds prior to attempting placement. 3. Patient must have inadequate or absent breathing. 4. Patient must not have a gag reflex and no foreign body airway obstruction. 5. All … COMBITUBE (ETC) 1. INSERTION a. Reconfirm assessment of absent or inadequate breathing without a gag reflex b. Determine cuff integrity. 1. Inflate cuffs. 2. Disconnect … normal curvature of the pharynx. 7. Suction as necessary. 8. Monitor the patient’s airway and breathing closely. 9. Provide high-flow oxygen via non-rebreather mask. 10. Consider …

… gets through. These three things can cause wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing. If your asthma is not under control, these can get worse over time. Fortunately, there … zone of your asthma action plan. Emergency signs include: • Rescue medication is not working • Breathing is faster or harder and keeps getting worse • Nose opens wider (flares) • Skin between …

… EMT-R] and/or cervical collar [EMR-O; EMT-R] if trauma. 5. Conduct a primary survey. (Airway, breathing, circulation is cited below; although there are specific circumstances where circulation, airway, breathing may be indicated such as cardiac arrest or major arterial bleeding.) a. Airway (assess … • For obstructed airway, laryngectomy, or tracheostomy, go to Airway Management guideline. b. Breathing i. Evaluate rate, breath sounds, accessory muscle use, retractions, patient …

… Return flowmeter control to “off” position. II. PATIENT POSITIONING (Non-trauma, unresponsive, breathing patient) IMPORTANT POINTS FOR PATIENT POSITIONING (Non-trauma, unresponsive, breathing patient) : 1. Use appropriate body substance isolation precautions. 2. This position … enough to make chest rise visibly. 4. The bag-valve-mask may be used on patients who are not breathing or patients who are breathing but not exchanging adequate amounts of air. 5. This …

… Asphyxia: suffocation as a result of blockage of the airway Dyspnea: labored or difficult breathing Epinephrine: hormone released from the adrenal glands that activates several tissues in … Pupils dilate Blood sugar level increases Blood pressure increases Heart rate increases Breathing rate increases Epinephrine Underused in EMS The Use of Epinephrine for Out-of-Hospital … 21 Respiratory Signs & Symptoms Shortness of breath Swelling and/or spasm Rapid and/or labored breathing, use of accessory muscles, prolonged expirations, hypoventilation, decreased lung …

… c. Hilus 6. Structure and function of the alveoli and pulmonary capillaries 7. Mechanism of breathing a. Mechanical Ventilation i. Mechanism of inhalation a) Inspiration b) Phrenic nerve c) … potential hazard a. Steel-toe boots b. Helmets c. Heat-resistant outerwear d. Self-contained breathing apparatus e. Leather gloves AFFECTIVE OBJECTIVES: At the completion of this unit, the … 2. Responsive patient – Is the patient talking or crying? a. Yes – Assess for adequacy of breathing b. No – Open airway D. Breathing status 1. Patient responsive a. Breathing is adequate …