The Mother of a Toddler Yells to the Nurse, "Help!

question 33

Multiple Choice

The mother of a toddler yells to the nurse, "Help! He is choking to death on his food." The nurse determines that lifesaving measures are necessary based on which symptom?

• A) Gagging
• B) Coughing
• C) Pulse over 100 beats/min
• D) Inability to speak

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Definitions:

Buccal

Between the cheek and gum.

Medication

Chemical substances used to treat, cure, prevent, or diagnose a disease or to relieve pain.

Double-checked

The act of verifying or reviewing something for a second time to ensure accuracy or correctness.

General Rule

A widely applicable guideline or principle that provides a basis for decision-making or behavior in various situations.