MFA Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 1 of 30
When you are giving mouth-to-nose AR, you should:
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Direct Answer
Option C: Hold the casualty's mouth closed.
When performing mouth-to-nose resuscitation, it is essential to hold the casualty's mouth closed to ensure that the air forced through the nostrils enters the lungs rather than escaping through the mouth.
All Options
A
Pinch the nostrils closed before blowing air into the casualty.
B
Keep the mouth and nose closed betweenbreaths.
C
Hold the casualty's mouth closed.
(Correct Answer)
D
Tilt the head back less than for the mouth-to-mouth method of AR.
Detailed Explanation & Context
When performing mouth-to-nose resuscitation, it is essential to hold the casualty's mouth closed to ensure that the air forced through the nostrils enters the lungs rather than escaping through the mouth.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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