Chapter 8: Breathing Emergencies
Hypoxia Correct Ans:- a condition in which insufficient oxygen reaches the cells.
Hypoxia may result from... Correct Ans:- an obstructed airway, shock, inadequate
breathing,
drowning, strangulation, choking, suffocation,
cardiac arrest, head trauma, carbon monoxide
poisoning or anaphylactic shock.
If a victim suffers a breathing emergency and is
deprived of adequate oxygen... Correct Ans:- hypoxia will result
Signs and symptoms of hypoxia can include... Correct Ans:- an increased heart
rate, cyanosis, changes in the level of consciousness
(LOC), restlessness and chest pain.
cyanosis Correct Ans:- a condition that develops when tissues do not get enough
oxygen and turn bluish, particularly in the lips and nail beds
What are the two types of breathing (also referred to as respiratory) emergencies?
Correct Ans:- respiratory distress and respiratory arrest
respiratory distress Correct Ans:- a condition in which breathing becomes
difficult
respiratory arrest Correct Ans:- a condition in which breathing stops
Respiratory distress can lead to... Correct Ans:- respiratory failure
respiratory failure Correct Ans:- occurs when
the respiratory system is beginning to shut down,
which in turn can lead to respiratory arrest.
Breathing problems can be identified by... Correct Ans:- watching
and listening to a victim's breathing and by asking the victim how they feel if they
are
awake and alert.
Without an open airway... Correct Ans:- a victim cannot breathe and will die
A victim who can speak, cry or cough forcefully is... Correct Ans:- responsive, has
an open airway, is breathing and has a pulse.
Respiratory distress can be caused by: Correct Ans:- • A partially obstructed
airway
• Illness
• Chronic conditions, such as asthma,
emphysema and congestive heart failure
,• Electrocution, including lightning strikes
• Heart attack
• Injury to the head, chest, lungs or abdomen
• Allergic reactions
• Drug overdose
• Poisoning
• Emotional distress
• Anaphylactic shock
Signs and symptoms of respiratory distress include: Correct Ans:- • Slow or rapid
breathing
• Unusually deep or shallow breathing
• Shortness of breath or noisy breathing
• Dizziness, drowsiness or light-headedness
• Changes in LOC
• Increased heart rate
• Chest pain or discomfort
• Skin that is flushed, pale, ashen or bluish
• Unusually moist or cool skin
• Gasping for breath
• Wheezing, gurgling or high-pitched noises
• Inability to speak in full sentences
• Tingling in the hands, feet or lips
• Feelings of apprehension or fear
Caring for Respiratory Distress Correct Ans:- You do not need to know the exact
cause of
respiratory distress to provide initial care. When you find a victim experiencing
difficulty breathing, activate the emergency action plan (EAP) and:
• Maintain an open airway.
• Summon emergency medical services
(EMS) personnel.
• Help the victim to rest in a comfortable position
that makes breathing easier, such as sitting
and leaning slightly forward.
• Reassure and comfort the victim.
• Assist the victim with any of their
prescribed medication.
• Keep the victim from getting chilled
or overheated.
• Administer emergency oxygen and monitor
oxygen saturation, if available and you are
trained and authorized by state law to do so.
Asthma Correct Ans:- an ongoing illness in which the airways swell
An asthma attack happens
when... Correct Ans:- an asthma trigger, such as dust or exercise, affects the
airways, causing them
to suddenly swell and narrow. This makes
, breathing difficult, which can be frightening.
You can often tell when a person is having an asthma attack by... Correct Ans:-
the hoarse whistling
sound made when inhaling and/or exhaling.
This sound, known as wheezing, occurs
because the small airways have narrowed
or become obstructed.
Signs and symptoms of an asthma
attack include: Correct Ans:- • Coughing or wheezing
• Coughing that occurs after exercise,
crying or laughing
• Difficulty breathing
• Shortness of breath
• Rapid, shallow breathing
• Sweating
• Tightness in the chest
• Inability to talk without stopping frequently
for a breath or speaking in one- to three-word
sentences
• Bent posture with shoulders elevated and
lips pursed to make breathing easier
• Feelings of fear or confusion
To care for a victim of an asthma attack, follow these guidelines: Correct Ans:- •
Get the medication to them as soon as
possible, and call 9-1-1 or the designated
emergency number if breathing does not
improve after 5 to 15 minutes or if it worsens.
• Use only the medication prescribed for the person and only if the person is
having a severe (acute) asthma attack.
Some inhalers contain long-acting preventive medication that should not be used in
an emergency.
• Ensure that the prescription is in the
person's name and is a quick-relief medication prescribed for acute attacks. Ensure
that the expiration date of the
medication has not passed. Read and
follow any instructions printed on the
inhaler before administering the medication
to the victim.
the most common way to deliver medication to a person having a sudden asthma
attack: Correct Ans:- A metered-dose inhaler (MDI)
When should you call 911 after administering asthma medication? Correct Ans:- if
breathing does not
improve after 5 to 15 minutes or if it worsens
Hypoxia Correct Ans:- a condition in which insufficient oxygen reaches the cells.
Hypoxia may result from... Correct Ans:- an obstructed airway, shock, inadequate
breathing,
drowning, strangulation, choking, suffocation,
cardiac arrest, head trauma, carbon monoxide
poisoning or anaphylactic shock.
If a victim suffers a breathing emergency and is
deprived of adequate oxygen... Correct Ans:- hypoxia will result
Signs and symptoms of hypoxia can include... Correct Ans:- an increased heart
rate, cyanosis, changes in the level of consciousness
(LOC), restlessness and chest pain.
cyanosis Correct Ans:- a condition that develops when tissues do not get enough
oxygen and turn bluish, particularly in the lips and nail beds
What are the two types of breathing (also referred to as respiratory) emergencies?
Correct Ans:- respiratory distress and respiratory arrest
respiratory distress Correct Ans:- a condition in which breathing becomes
difficult
respiratory arrest Correct Ans:- a condition in which breathing stops
Respiratory distress can lead to... Correct Ans:- respiratory failure
respiratory failure Correct Ans:- occurs when
the respiratory system is beginning to shut down,
which in turn can lead to respiratory arrest.
Breathing problems can be identified by... Correct Ans:- watching
and listening to a victim's breathing and by asking the victim how they feel if they
are
awake and alert.
Without an open airway... Correct Ans:- a victim cannot breathe and will die
A victim who can speak, cry or cough forcefully is... Correct Ans:- responsive, has
an open airway, is breathing and has a pulse.
Respiratory distress can be caused by: Correct Ans:- • A partially obstructed
airway
• Illness
• Chronic conditions, such as asthma,
emphysema and congestive heart failure
,• Electrocution, including lightning strikes
• Heart attack
• Injury to the head, chest, lungs or abdomen
• Allergic reactions
• Drug overdose
• Poisoning
• Emotional distress
• Anaphylactic shock
Signs and symptoms of respiratory distress include: Correct Ans:- • Slow or rapid
breathing
• Unusually deep or shallow breathing
• Shortness of breath or noisy breathing
• Dizziness, drowsiness or light-headedness
• Changes in LOC
• Increased heart rate
• Chest pain or discomfort
• Skin that is flushed, pale, ashen or bluish
• Unusually moist or cool skin
• Gasping for breath
• Wheezing, gurgling or high-pitched noises
• Inability to speak in full sentences
• Tingling in the hands, feet or lips
• Feelings of apprehension or fear
Caring for Respiratory Distress Correct Ans:- You do not need to know the exact
cause of
respiratory distress to provide initial care. When you find a victim experiencing
difficulty breathing, activate the emergency action plan (EAP) and:
• Maintain an open airway.
• Summon emergency medical services
(EMS) personnel.
• Help the victim to rest in a comfortable position
that makes breathing easier, such as sitting
and leaning slightly forward.
• Reassure and comfort the victim.
• Assist the victim with any of their
prescribed medication.
• Keep the victim from getting chilled
or overheated.
• Administer emergency oxygen and monitor
oxygen saturation, if available and you are
trained and authorized by state law to do so.
Asthma Correct Ans:- an ongoing illness in which the airways swell
An asthma attack happens
when... Correct Ans:- an asthma trigger, such as dust or exercise, affects the
airways, causing them
to suddenly swell and narrow. This makes
, breathing difficult, which can be frightening.
You can often tell when a person is having an asthma attack by... Correct Ans:-
the hoarse whistling
sound made when inhaling and/or exhaling.
This sound, known as wheezing, occurs
because the small airways have narrowed
or become obstructed.
Signs and symptoms of an asthma
attack include: Correct Ans:- • Coughing or wheezing
• Coughing that occurs after exercise,
crying or laughing
• Difficulty breathing
• Shortness of breath
• Rapid, shallow breathing
• Sweating
• Tightness in the chest
• Inability to talk without stopping frequently
for a breath or speaking in one- to three-word
sentences
• Bent posture with shoulders elevated and
lips pursed to make breathing easier
• Feelings of fear or confusion
To care for a victim of an asthma attack, follow these guidelines: Correct Ans:- •
Get the medication to them as soon as
possible, and call 9-1-1 or the designated
emergency number if breathing does not
improve after 5 to 15 minutes or if it worsens.
• Use only the medication prescribed for the person and only if the person is
having a severe (acute) asthma attack.
Some inhalers contain long-acting preventive medication that should not be used in
an emergency.
• Ensure that the prescription is in the
person's name and is a quick-relief medication prescribed for acute attacks. Ensure
that the expiration date of the
medication has not passed. Read and
follow any instructions printed on the
inhaler before administering the medication
to the victim.
the most common way to deliver medication to a person having a sudden asthma
attack: Correct Ans:- A metered-dose inhaler (MDI)
When should you call 911 after administering asthma medication? Correct Ans:- if
breathing does not
improve after 5 to 15 minutes or if it worsens
