Airway & VentilationPregunta 7 de 100
Which finding best indicates adequate ventilation while using a bag-valve mask?
a.A tight mask seal alone
b.Squeezing the bag rapidly
c.Visible, gentle rise and fall of the chest with each breath
d.Gastric distention developing
Explicación
Effective BVM ventilation is confirmed by visible chest rise with each squeeze. Gastric distention suggests air is entering the stomach from ventilating too fast or forcefully.
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