Medical Emergencies · single question

If a patient becomes unconscious during dental treatment, immediately assess all EXCEPT u2014 which is the EXCEPTION?

  1. Airway
  2. Pulse
  3. Blood pressure
  4. Signs of breathing
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Correct answer: C. Blood pressure

When a patient loses consciousness, immediate priorities are Airway, Breathing, and Circulation (pulse). Blood pressure assessment requires equipment and time u2014 it does NOT change immediate management. Call 911 and begin CPR if no pulse or breathing.

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