Question 1

how long after someone stops breathing can you still revive him?

Accepted Answer

5: Whether or not a patient can be revived depends on many factors.  In general, younger patients have a better chance of revival than older patients with pre-existing vascular problems or cerebral vascular disease.  Additionally, the circumstances of resuscitation are important.  For example, patients that fall in cold water may be revived after many hours if their body temperature cools rapidly.

Question 2

what do you do if a person stops breathing but they still have a pulse?

Accepted Answer

Call 911, then...: You or someone nearby should contact 911 asap. If it appears they are chocking, then their mouth should be cleared of any obstruction or vomit.; then they would need the heimlich maneuver (http://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=kjdpr05zmb4)  they may need  the “rescue breathing.” component classically taught with cpr.  (http://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=7wq5mup29jq) these recommendations are for adults only.

Question 3

what happens when someone stops breathing?

Accepted Answer

Eventually: the person will die if their brain is starved of oxygen.

Question 4

if a patient with a hemothorax stops breathing, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Transport trauma Ctr: Ambubag pt. until help arrives
At the trauma Ctr. he'll be intubated and Chest Tube placed low and lateral on the side of the hemothorax.
Don't try this at home kids

Question 5

can you tell me what can i do if someone stops breathing due to coughing caused by a cold or flu?

Accepted Answer

Call 911 or...: Start CPR if you are comfortable to do so.  However,  apnea (stop breathing ) after cough spell due to cold or flu is very rare.

Question 6

how do you help someone who stops breathing from an asthma attack?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If a person is having difficulty breathing due to an asthma attack, then they should receive albuterol, a common asthma rescue medication. If a person is not breathing due to an asthma attack, then lifesaving measures must be taken by initiating CPR and calling 911. Subsequent care by authorities will focus on treating the underlying asthma attack.

Question 7

my 11 month old son stops breathing numerous times a night for about 10 seconds each. whats wrong with him?

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: This cessation of breathing in an infant can be central - nervous system, obstruction - blocking air entering his lungs or a mix of both.  This is rare in full term infants and should be evaluated by his physician for a cause.

Question 8

my gf son is vomiting a lot but he stops breathing after he's vomits then starts breathing. what should she do?

Accepted Answer

Not enough info: Would need to know how old child is, any prematurity history, ongoing medical conditions, duration of the apneic periods, etc., etc. If in doubt, at minimum, page pediatrician and ask for advice--if unable to contact, get checked in er for child's safety & wellbeing.

Question 9

can you do mouth to mouth resuscitation on someone with asthma who stops breathing?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Asthmatics have tight airways, and may need more effort to get air in and out of their lungs.

Question 10

seven month old daughter that stops breathing frequently, what to do?

Accepted Answer

See her doctor: If she is having extended pauses in her breathing she should be seen by her doctor as soon as possible.

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