When to use an OPA and NPA
Unresponsive and no gag reflex
semiconscious and intact gag reflex
Signs of Miocardial infarction
Chest pressure
radiation to jar/ arm
diaphoretic
nausea
shortness of breath
Adult Vitals
Pulse 60-100
respiratory rate 12-20 breaths/min
BP 120/80
SPO2- >95%
functional parts of the brain
Cerebellum
cerebrum
brain stem
Respiratory distress vs respiratory failure
Distress = Pt compensation
Failure= inade O2/ inadequate ventilation
States of seizure
generalized- whole body affected
focal-one part affected
postictal- ALOC after seizure
signs of respiratory failure
ALOC
cyanosis
fatigue
poor air movement
Parts of the airway
Oropharynx
nasopharynx
epiglottis
trachea
bronchi
alveoli