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NREMT EMR First Responder

Category - Airway Management

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Which of the following is a position that people who are experiencing respiratory distress often default to?
  1. Sniffing
  2. Standing
  3. Supine
  4. Prone
  5. Tripod
Explanation
Answer: E - The tripod position is a stance often assumed by people experiencing respiratory distress. The patient stands or sits while leaning forward and supporting the upper body on their knees or some other surface. It is thought that the tripod position helps by optimizing the mechanics of ventilation.
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Ted Chan says:

This tripod position may also be referred to as the orthopneic position.

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