On Discovering an Unresponsive Person, the Medical Assistant First Should

question 50

Multiple Choice

On discovering an unresponsive person, the medical assistant first should assess the

• A) airway.
• B) blood pressure.
• C) heart sounds.
• D) pulse.
• E) skin color.

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Definitions:

Subconscious Awareness

Subconscious Awareness describes the part of the mind that operates below the level of conscious thought, influencing behaviors and perceptions without direct awareness.

Daydreaming

The act of a spontaneous and self-generated cognition and imagery, often unrelated to the immediate environment, allowing for creativity and problem-solving.

Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, often referring to sexual excitement as well.

Awareness

The state or ability to perceive, feel, or be conscious of events, objects, or sensory patterns.