Respiratory and Circulatory Emergencies: First Aid Module
by The American National Red Cross
- Used
- Condition
- Good+ condition - notes inside front cover, light wear
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About This Item
The American Red Cross First Aid Module: Respiratory and Circulatory Emergencies
Publisher: The American National Red Cross, 1978
Spiral Bound Paperback
8.5 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
Breathing (ensuring respiration): In all settings, it is possible to determine the respiratory rate, inspect movements of the thoracic wall for symmetry and use of auxiliary respiratory muscles, and percuss the chest for unilateral dullness or resonance. Cyanosis, distended neck veins, and lateralization of the trachea can be identified. If a stethoscope is available, lung auscultation should be performed and, if possible, a pulse oximeter should be applied. Tension pneumothorax must be relieved immediately by inserting a cannula where the second intercostal space crosses the midclavicular line (needle thoracocentesis). Bronchospasm should be treated with inhalations. If breathing is insufficient, assisted ventilation must be performed by giving rescue breaths with or without a barrier device. Trained personnel should use a bag mask if available.
Circulation (internal bleeding): The capillary refill time and pulse rate can be assessed in any setting. Inspection of the skin gives clues to circulatory problems. Color changes, sweating, and a decreased level of consciousness are signs of decreased perfusion. If a stethoscope is available, heart auscultation should be performed. Electrocardiography monitoring and blood pressure measurements should also be performed as soon as possible. Hypotension is an important adverse clinical sign. The effects of hypovolemia can be alleviated by placing the patient in the supine position and elevating the patient's legs. An intravenous access should be obtained as soon as possible and saline should be infused.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Worldwide Collectibles (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 0131202401
- Title
- Respiratory and Circulatory Emergencies
- Author
- The American National Red Cross
- Format/Binding
- Spiral Bound Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Good+ condition - notes inside front cover, light wear
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Publisher
- The American National Red Cross
- Date Published
- 1979
- Size
- 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Keywords
- Non-fiction, First Aid, Respiratory and Circulatory Emergencies
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