USCG USCG Safety Eng
Set 4 • Question #96 of 254
Launch Interactive Practice Room You are attempting to administer CPR to a victim. While blowing into the victim's mouth, it is apparent that no air is getting to the lungs. Which of the following actions should you take?
A
Blow harder to force the air past the tongue.
B
Raise the victim's head higher than his feet.
C
Press on the victim's lungs so that air pressure will blow out any obstruction.
D
Re-tip the head and try again.
✓ Correct Answer
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'You are attempting to administer CPR to a victim. While blowing into the victim's mouth, it is apparent that no air is getting to the lungs. Which of the following actions should you take', the mandated standard is: 'Re-tip the head and try again.'.
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