Describe the management of hyperventilation
What will be an ideal response?
• Operator needs to remain calm and keep a nonjudgmental attitude
• Place the patient in the position of his or her choice—usually sitting upright
• Loosen tight clothing around the neck region
• Work with the patient to control the rate of respirations
• Monitor vital signs
• If the condition does not improve, consider intramuscular or oral administration of lorazepam in a dose of 1–2 mg or diazepam in a dose of 2–5 mg
• Transportation by EMS to an emergency department to determine if the patient may be suffering from a more serious condition, such as a pulmonary embolism, may be required
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
You are caring for a patient who was kicked repeatedly in the chest and stomach during an assault. His skin is cool, pale, and diaphoretic, and his blood pressure is low. You suspect:
A) pulmonary edema. B) brain injury. C) internal bleeding. D) infection.