You respond to a construction site and find a worker lying supine in the dirt. He has been hit by a heavy construction vehicle and flew more than 15' before landing in his current position. There is discoloration and distention of his abdomen about the RUQ. He is unconscious and his respirations are 10 breaths/min and shallow, with noisy gurgling sounds. What airway technique will you use to open his airway?

Medical-office emergencies are not only limited to life-threatening medical conditions, but also include:

A) natural catastrophes. B) fire emergencies. C) power outages. D) all of the above

Which of the following would require you to remove a football helmet?

A) An athletic trainer adamant about keeping the helmet on scene B) Respiratory distress coupled with an inability to access the airway C) Chin straps and helmet are holding the head too well and secure in place D) The need to effectively perform spinal motion restriction procedures