Question 1

what underlying issues would cause a paradoxical response to a cold pressor test? starting bp 148/82 60 seconds with left hand in ice water bp went to 72/58 causing loss of consciousness and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

: Most people will react with high blood pressure along with high heart rate (tachycardia - sympathetic stimulation) when doing cold pressor test but in your case you had paradoxic vasovagal reaction (parasympathetic stimulation) which causes bradycardia and hypotension.

Question 2

what underlying issues would cause a paradoxical response to a cold pressor test? starting bp 148/82 60 seconds with left hand in ice water bp went to 72/58. causing loss of consciousness and vomiting?

Accepted Answer

: you fainted.  The cold pressor test is really a pain test also. Do you faint with pain?

Question 3

what procedure would be taken in a hospital er if a child was found unconscious in a public place?

Accepted Answer

Examination: Fully examining the child to determine if any trauma may have cause the unconsciousness. Xrays and lab testing will most likely be done. Quick and early assessment of any unconscious child is essential for saving their life. The closest emergency department is the place to get started.

Question 4

instead of getting an injection to make my mouth numb, can i ask to be unconscious during a dental procedure?

Accepted Answer

Research: You will need to research offices in your area that practice sedation dentistry...  Most do not. After finding offices that can accommodate your wishes, you can make an appointment to be evaluated and treated.

Question 5

i have had at least 3 concussions in my life (i was knocked unconscious) that were untreated. what could be the long term issues?

Accepted Answer

Concussion: long term issues: Memory loss, irritability, change in personality, tremors. You should check with neurologist for appropriate  evaluations

Question 6

what does ems do when they find someone unconscious?

Accepted Answer

ABC's: Ems performs the abc's of emergency care. They check for an airway, assess breathing and circulation.

Question 7

how do i get permission to do cpr from someone who is unconscious?

Accepted Answer

No need: In truly emergent situations (such as cardiac arrest requiring cpr) consent is presumed and therefore not necessary. Additionally, good samaritan laws exist to protect rescuers when they are providing help.

Question 8

how long does it take someone who hasn't had any liquids to go into unconsciousness?

Accepted Answer

3 DAYS: The human can survive about 3 days without water, and at end of period will likely suffer cardiovascular collapse and death in most cases.  Loss of consciousness would accompany this deterioration.

Question 9

what happens if someone hits their head and it bleeds and they are unconscious, how serious is it?

Accepted Answer

Immediate evaluation: Head injury with loss of consciousness requires immediate evaluation.

Question 10

can someone's previous overdose (from more than two months ago) cause them to suddenly go unconscious or fall into a coma?

Accepted Answer

: Overdose 2 months earlier would not be a cause of coma. However, repeat overdose would need to excluded as a suicidal person may repeat the overdosing.

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What underlying issues would cause a paradoxical response to a cold pressor test? starting bp 148/82 60 seconds with left hand in ice water bp went to 72/58 causing loss of consciousness and vomiting?

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What underlying issues would cause a paradoxical response to a cold pressor test? starting bp 148/82 60 seconds with left hand in ice water bp went to 72/58. causing loss of consciousness and vomiting?

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What procedure would be taken in a hospital er if a child was found unconscious in a public place?

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