NREMT Paramedic

Category - Airway

While administering artificial ventilations to a patient, you hear a gurgling sound. What should you immediately do?
  1. Transport the patient to the hospital.
  2. Turn the patient on their left side.
  3. Suction the patient.
  4. Place the patient in the shock position.
Explanation
Answer: C - Suction the patient. If you are giving a patient artificial ventilations and you hear a gurgling sound, you should reposition the head and immediately suction the patient to ensure their airway is clear.
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