Author Question: First responders need to rescue a client who has been exposed to hazardous chemicals at a factory ... (Read 25 times)

jman1234 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

First responders need to rescue a client who has been exposed to hazardous chemicals at a factory site. Which of the following respirator masks should be applied to the client?

A) Powered air purifying respirator PAPR
B) N95 mask
C) Surgical mask
D) Face mask

Question 2

An unconscious patient requires mouth care every 2 hours. Before attempting mouth care, the nurse should first do which of the following?

a. Assess the patient for a gag reflex.
b. Position the patient in a prone position.
c. Have an operational suction machine nearby.
d. Retract the upper and lower teeth with a padded tongue blade.

atrochim · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The nurse should use a PAPR when rescuing victims exposed to hazardous chemicals or bioterrorist substances, as compared to an N95 respirator, which is individually fitted for each caregiver. A surgical mask or a generic face mask would provide insufficient protection.

Answer to Question 2

A
If the patient does not have a gag reflex he or she is at an increased risk of aspiration. If no gag reflex is present two people may be needed, one to perform oral care and the other to suction the patient's mouth to prevent aspiration of fluid. The prone position is face down, which is not the position of choice. After you check for the gag reflex, a suction machine is necessary to remove secretions. A padded tongue blade is used to hold the mouth open.