To best evaluate the adequacy of breathing in an unresponsive ...

[skymedlock]

To best evaluate the adequacy of breathing in an unresponsive adult, the EMT should:
 
  A) assess the skin color.
  B) check the pupils.
  C) observe the chest rise.
  D) look for cyanosis.

Question 2

Which of the following statements regarding airway management in the trauma patient is correct?
 
  A) The jaw-thrust is useful in the trauma patient, but only if he or she is complaining of head or neck pain.
  B) Research has shown that the jaw-thrust is easier to perform and is therefore indicated for the more critical trauma patient.
  C) Performing the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver on a patient with a possible spinal injury could further injure or paralyze the patient.
  D) Trauma patients should always have their airway opened with the jaw-thrust while medical patients should receive the head-tilt, chin-lift.

[leahchrapun]

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

C

[skymedlock]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[sultansheikh]

Great answer, keep it coming