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ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Practice Exam

Category - Airway

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To avoid hypoxia, how long should a patient be suctioned?

Not more than 5 seconds
Not more than 15 seconds
Not more than 25 seconds
Not more than 35 seconds

Explanation

Answer: B - The EMT-P should limit their airway suctioning attempts to not more than 15 seconds. Suctioning longer can result in hypoxia and can make the patient worse.

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