EMT Practice Test

Category - EMT-Basic

While administering artificial ventilation 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 - If you are giving a patient artificial ventilation and you hear a gurgling sound you should immediately suction the patient to ensure their airway is clear.
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