When a Victim's Airway Moves Below the Surface of a Liquid

question 31

Multiple Choice

When a victim's airway moves below the surface of a liquid, what is that person's first physiologic response?

• A) Voluntary breath holding
• B) Laryngospasm
• C) Hypercarbia and hypoxemia
• D) Aspiration

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Definitions:

Placenta

An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy to provide oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby and remove waste products.

Oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter involved in childbirth and lactation, also known to play a role in social bonding and trust.

Adrenaline

A hormone and neurotransmitter produced by the adrenal glands that increases heart rate, muscle strength, and blood pressure during stress or excitement.

Diethylstilbestrol

A synthetic estrogen that was prescribed to pregnant women to prevent miscarriages, later linked to various health issues in their offspring.