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I was assuted almost a year ago unconcis for over 20 minets things are geting werc hard for me to tipe
Hello. : Hello. You were unconcious for over twenty minutes less than a year ago after being assaulted and you may be having sequella. I recommend that you undergo a neurologic evaluation for traumatic brain injury. ...Read more
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I was assuted almost a year ago unconcis for over 20 minets things are geting werc hard for me to tipe
Loss : Loss of consciousness for twenty minutes is signficant; especially if you have had significant deterioration in your health since that time. It is important to have an evaluation as you may be experiencing sequella from a traumatic brain injury. ...Read more
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How long do people stay out if unconscious?
Variable: This can vary from a few seconds, to many years, depending on the situation. ...Read more
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What exactly does it take to fall unconscious?
Unconsciousness: Falling unconscious most often happens as a faint. The most common cause of faint is what is called a "vasovagal" reaction in which fright, pain, disgust, horror, or other stimulus triggers the vagus nerve to lower your heart rate until your blood pressure drops too low to maintain normal cerebral consciousness. The other major cause of fainting is just low blood pressure, eg., dehydration, etc. ...Read more
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How are fainting and going unconscious different?
Depends on cause: Fainting is usually caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure, often from suddenly standing or sitting up. Isometimes, a strong stimulus can cause the autonomic nervous system to over-react, lowering the blood pressure. The best treatment for fainting is usually to lie the person down and raise their feet. Going unconscious can be from very many reasons and each cause has a different treatment. ...Read more
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How could a woman lose her baby while unconscious?
See below: Without knowing all the details this is hypothetical. If a woman passes out due to an extreme drop in blood pressure, this same drop in blood pressure is seen by the fetus. If this low blood pressure is prolonged the fetus will see a drop in blood supply, as well as oxygen supply. If continued for a long time this could cause the baby irreparable harm and cause a spontaneous abortion. ...Read more
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What does ems do when they find someone unconscious?
ABC's: Ems performs the abc's of emergency care. They check for an airway, assess breathing and circulation. ...Read more
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What is the difference between fainting and unconscious?
Rectangle/square: When one faints , they become unconscious (not responsive to their surroundings) usually temporarily. When one is unconscious, they may remain so for seconds, minutes or a prolonged period of time. ...Read more
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For how long people usually unconscious for after an overdose?
Depends on drug dose: It depends on the drug and the amount. It might be for only a few minutes or for many days. In any case seek immediate medical care and be sure the person is breathing; otherwise start cpr. ...Read more
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How can someone who's been knocked unconscious score on the gcs?
Glasgow Coma Scale: How would a person knocked unconscious score on the Glasgow Coma Scale? It it depends on the testing. Anywhere from 3-15, however the score must include best eye opening 1-4, best verbal response 1-5, and best motor response 1-6. The GCS is based on an interactive exam. See this scale: http://www.trauma.org/archive/scores/gcs.html can't open your eyes , respond nor move = E1V1M1= GCS of 3. ...Read more
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I become unconscious after workout. What could have caused that?
Dehydration?: If you do not have enough electrolytes, that can lead to passing out. Other possibilities can be a medical illness. I think you should get a medical evaluation from your primary care doctor to rule out a medical problem. ...Read more
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How do you wake someone up as quick as possible if they're unconscious?
Call 911:
This depends on the reason they're unconscious.
If they OD'ed on narcotics they need a drug like naltrexone ASAP. If they have low blood sugar they need sugar but if sugar too high they need insulin. If they has a heart attack they need CPR. If they had a stoke they need emergency care. If they just fainted let them come to on their own. But best is to call 911 so paramedics can assess and treat!
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What should you do if a 35 yr old man falls off his chair and falls unconscious?
Unconscious: Check for pulse and breathing. If the mouth is open, put a soft item to wedge the teeth apart, then sweep the mouth with yoiu finger. Move the person away from sharp edged furniture. If no pulse or no breathing, before starting cpr, sharply strik the sternum with your fist, as it may start the heart beating. Give cpr, turning the head to the side in case of vomiting. ...Read more
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What is the definition of consciousness? What happens when you become unconscious?
Awareness: Consciousness basically means you are sensing the world with any of your 5 senses, you are aware of your immediate environment, and you can interact in even a minimal way with others and your surroundings. ...Read more
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Hi, yesterday my wife felt unconscious and after that she lost her vision. after 20 mins she got vision but blurry and double. i am very scared, ?
Blurred vision: Hi, Please go to PCP or Er. The patient have High Blood Pressure History?When Vision problem is involve is better to check. ...Read more
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Can halothane make you unconscious ?
Yes: Halothane is an inhaled anesthesic. Halothane is to be used only by trained medical professionals. ...Read more
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How long is it safe to stay unconscious?
Its never safe: A state of unconsciousness is fraught with complications depending on the cause of the unconsciousness. It is never safe. Aspiration pneumonia, difficulty breathing, asphyxia, hypoxia- the last 3 will lead to too little oxygen getting to the brain. The prime example is the famous singer Michael Jackson. Never a state to be in i:e unconscious. ...Read more
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Could halothane make a human unconscious ?
Yes: Halothane is an inhalation agent and can and is used to induce unconsciousness during anesthetic induction and maintenance as well. It does have its advantages and disadvantages though. ...Read more
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As human beings can drs have unconscious racism?
Unconscious racism: It would be rare to encounter this amongst younger us trained doctors where we train with and treat patients from all walks of life. Doctors know first hand all humans are the same color underneath & most treat patients with the same principals regardless of one's race. When a patient senses unconscious racism from a doctor, it is likely the patient's perception and not reality. ...Read more
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What is difference between coma and unconscious?
Coma: All coma are unconscious but all unconscious may not be coma. Coma is a deep state of sleep where one cannot be aroused. ...Read more