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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Patient Assessment

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Which of the following are acceptable reasons not to attempt resuscitation of a person who does not have a pulse and is not breathing?
  1. A valid Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order is in place
  2. There are obvious signs of death
  3. Resuscitation would endanger the life of EMS personnel
  4. All of the above
  5. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: D - The following are reasons to not perform resuscitation maneuvers on someone who is without a pulse and who is not breathing: a valid locally acceptable Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order is in place, there are obvious signs of death to include tissue decay, rigor mortis, or an injury not compatible with life, or if attempting to resuscitate the patient would endanger EMS workers.
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