OEC OEC Airway Management & Respiratory Emergencies

Question 1

What is the preferred method to open the airway in an unresponsive patient with no suspected spinal injury?

Accepted Answer

Head-tilt chin-lift

Answer

The head-tilt chin-lift is the preferred method for opening the airway in an unresponsive patient without suspected spinal injury.

Question 2

What is the normal respiratory rate range for an adult at rest?

Accepted Answer

12–20 breaths/min

Answer

A normal adult respiratory rate is 12–20 breaths per minute at rest.

Question 3

Which airway adjunct is inserted through the nostril to help maintain an open airway in a semi-conscious patient?

Accepted Answer

Nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)

Answer

A nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) is inserted through the nostril to maintain airway patency and is better tolerated than an OPA in semi-conscious patients.

Question 4

When is the jaw thrust maneuver preferred over the head-tilt chin-lift?

Accepted Answer

When spinal injury is suspected

Answer

The jaw thrust opens the airway with minimal head and neck movement, making it the preferred technique when spinal injury is suspected.

Question 5

Which sign indicates complete airway obstruction in a conscious patient?

Accepted Answer

Silent cough with the universal choking sign

Answer

A silent cough combined with the universal choking sign (hands clutching the throat) indicates complete airway obstruction requiring immediate intervention.

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OEC OEC Airway Management & Respiratory Emergencies