Question

You arrive at a residence for a male patient who is unresponsive. as you enter the room, you observe an obese male lying on a recliner. his eyes are closed, and he has gurgling respirations. while your partner quickly performs a primary assessment, you should immediately prepare to:

Answer 1

"Gurgling Respirations" is not normal breathing. You need to be ready to start CPR and possibly call for a lift assist. Also be ready to possibly intubate if you are certified in doing so.