Perform 5 back blows between the shoulder blades with the heel of your hand
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Assess if choking persists
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Perform 5 abdominal thrusts
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Assess if choking still persists
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Repeat the cycle of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts
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Continue until the obstruction is relieved or the person becomes unconscious
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Approval: Consent to Begin First Aid
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Start CPR if the person becomes unconscious
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Continue 30 compressions to 2 breaths Cycles
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Use a defibrillator if one is available
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Follow the voice prompt of the defibrillator
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Continue until EMS Arrives or the person responds
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Get person in recovery position if they become responsive
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Continue lifesaving measures till paramedics arrive
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Approval: Initiate Patient Transport
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Document the entire medical intervention
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Submit Documentation to EMS upon arrival
Identify signs of choking
Observe the person closely for any signs of choking. Look for difficulty breathing, unable to speak or cough, clutching throat, or panic expression. The identification of choking is crucial for providing immediate assistance. What signs are you looking for?
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Difficulty breathing
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Unable to speak or cough
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Clutching throat
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Panic expression
Assess the severity of choking
Assess the severity of the choking situation to determine the appropriate response. Is the person able to speak or cough? Are their lips turning blue? Are they making any sound at all? Understanding the severity helps in prioritizing the next steps. How severe is the choking?
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Mild
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Moderate
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Severe
Call 911 if severe choking is observed
If severe choking is observed, immediate medical assistance is required. Call 911 now and provide them with the necessary information about the situation and the location. When calling 911, what information do you need to provide?
911 Call Information
Perform 5 back blows between the shoulder blades with the heel of your hand
Stand behind the choking person, lean them slightly forward, and deliver five firm back blows between the shoulder blades using the heel of your hand. Back blows can dislodge the object blocking the airway. Perform the back blows with enough force but avoid excessive force. How are the back blows performed?
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Stand behind the person
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Lean them slightly forward
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Deliver five firm blows
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Use the heel of your hand
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Avoid excessive force
Assess if choking persists
After performing the back blows, assess if the choking still persists. Observe the person's breathing and check if the object has been dislodged. Is the person still choking?
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Yes
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No
Perform 5 abdominal thrusts
If the choking persists after back blows, perform five abdominal thrusts. Stand behind the person, place your hands above their navel, and deliver firm inward and upward thrusts. Abdominal thrusts can generate enough pressure to expel the object blocking the airway. How are abdominal thrusts performed?
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Stand behind the person
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Place hands above navel
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Deliver firm inward and upward thrusts
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Generate enough pressure
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Avoid excessive force
Assess if choking still persists
After performing the abdominal thrusts, assess if the choking still persists. Observe the person's breathing and check if the object has been dislodged. Is the person still choking?
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Yes
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No
Repeat the cycle of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts
If the choking still persists after the initial back blows and abdominal thrusts, repeat the cycle of five back blows and five abdominal thrusts. This cycle may need to be repeated multiple times until the obstruction is relieved or the person becomes unconscious. How many times has the cycle been repeated?
Continue until the obstruction is relieved or the person becomes unconscious
Continue performing the back blows and abdominal thrusts until the obstruction is relieved or the person becomes unconscious. Persistence is key in resolving the choking situation. Are you continuing the intervention?
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Yes
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No
Approval: Consent to Begin First Aid
Will be submitted for approval:
Identify signs of choking
Will be submitted
Start CPR if the person becomes unconscious
If the person becomes unconscious during the choking intervention, it is necessary to start CPR immediately. Perform chest compressions and rescue breaths following the CPR guidelines. How do you perform CPR?
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Perform chest compressions
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Provide rescue breaths
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Follow CPR guidelines
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Maintain proper speed and depth
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Listen for chest rise and fall
Continue 30 compressions to 2 breaths Cycles
Continue performing cycles of 30 chest compressions and 2 rescue breaths until help arrives or the person responds. Maintaining the compression-to-breath ratio is crucial for effective CPR. How many cycles have been completed?
Use a defibrillator if one is available
If a defibrillator is available, follow the prompts to use it. Defibrillation may be necessary to restore the person's heart rhythm. Use the defibrillator following its instructions. Do you have a defibrillator available?
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Yes
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No
Follow the voice prompt of the defibrillator
If using a defibrillator, listen carefully to the voice prompts and follow the instructions provided. The defibrillator will guide you through the necessary steps. Are you following the voice prompt of the defibrillator?
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Yes
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No
Continue until EMS Arrives or the person responds
Continue performing CPR and following the defibrillator prompts until Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrive or the person shows signs of response (e.g., breathing, movement). Timely arrival of EMS is crucial for advanced medical care. Are you continuing the lifesaving measures?
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Yes
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No
Get person in recovery position if they become responsive
If the person becomes responsive and shows signs of recovery, place them in the recovery position. The recovery position helps maintain an open airway and prevents choking. How do you position the person in the recovery position?
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Place person on their side
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Bend the knee closest to you
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Support the head with the hand farthest from you
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Keep the upper leg bent at a right angle
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Ensure the airway is open
Continue lifesaving measures till paramedics arrive
Continue providing support and lifesaving measures until paramedics arrive on the scene. Your actions can make a significant difference in the person's outcome. Are you continuing the lifesaving measures?
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Yes
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No
Approval: Initiate Patient Transport
Will be submitted for approval:
Continue lifesaving measures till paramedics arrive
Will be submitted
Document the entire medical intervention
Document the entire medical intervention to ensure accurate record-keeping and information for further medical care. Maintain clear and concise records. Are you documenting the medical intervention?
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Yes
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No
Submit Documentation to EMS upon arrival
Upon the arrival of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), submit the documentation of the medical intervention to assist them in providing appropriate care. Your documentation can contribute to seamless and informed patient care. Have you submitted the documentation to EMS?
