________ A decreased level of consciousness in a patient is life-threatening and therefore requires immediate intervention

Where would you place the electrode if you were going to attach the V6 lead to it?

A) Right sternal border, fifth intercostal space B) Third intercostal space, midclavicular line on the right thorax C) Right leg, just distal to the medial malleolus D) Lateral to V5, on the left midaxillary line of the left thorax

After successive abdominal thrusts, the patient becomes unconscious and the airway still appears obstructed. What is the next appropriate action?

a. Rescuer should move the patient to the ground, activate EMS system, and begin CPR. b. Halt efforts to clear the airway and de-compress the stomach. c. Try to remove the obstructing material manually (finger sweep). d. Immediately apply a series of strong back blows to the patient.