As he assesses a patient who is in cardiac distress, EMR Nathan notes that the patient’s mouth is op. Question
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As he assesses a patient who is in cardiac distress, EMR Nathan notes that the patient’s mouth is open. He appears to be breathing. Nathan takes the patient’s pulse, finding it to be slightly lower than normal. His skin feels cold and clammy. Since the patient is unconscious, Nathan can’t ask for his consent to conduct the RBS, but just before he begins, he glances back at the patient’s face. This time, he notes that the patient’s lips and skin are taking on a blue tint. Quickly, Nathan realizes that the patient is experiencing agonal respiration. How might Nathan have discovered this issue earlier? Select one: a. He could have asked bystanders if they saw the patient breathing. b. He could have verified that the patient was breathing by watching his chest. c. He could have taken the patient’s pulse before checking his airway. d. He could have checked the patient for a medical bracelet or necklace.
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As he assesses a patient who is in cardiac distress, EMR Nathan notes that the patient’s mouth is op
