Question

What is the primary goal when providing emergency care?

a.) Maintain cardiovascular function and, indirectly, CNS function.
b.) Maintain CNS function, and indirectly, respiratory system integrity.
c.) Maintain adequate blood supply and, indirectly, brain function.
d.) Maintain breathing and, indirectly, CNS function.
e.) Maintain visceral organs and, indirectly, peripheral function.

Answer 1

The primary goal of emergency care is to maintain cardiovascular function and indirectly, CNS function.

Step-by-step explanation:

The primary goal when providing emergency care is to maintain cardiovascular function and, indirectly, CNS function. The cardiovascular system has specific reflexes to ensure that the blood supply to the brain is not interrupted. Without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients from the blood, the CNS cannot function properly and neurological function is compromised.