A tube which is surgically inserted through the abdominal wall, directly into the stomach is called a(n):

Which of the following is a contraindication to administering hypotonic D5W IV solutions?

A) Patients with congestive heart failure B) Patients with renal failure C) Patients with traumatic brain injury D) Patients with suspected hyperkalemia

You are caring for an unconscious patient who has vomited and appears to have a blocked airway. Using the crossed finger technique you open the patient's mouth and can see a large piece of undigested food near the back of the throat. You would:

a. insert an airway. b. administer abdominal thrusts. c. perform a finger sweep. d. encourage the patient to cough.