North Carolina EMT State Practice Exam

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During the treatment of unconscious choking, what is essential to do after removing a foreign body?

Continue with CPR cycles
Administer oxygen
Check for breathing and circulation
Notify emergency services

The correct answer is: Continue with CPR cycles

After successfully removing a foreign body in an unconscious choking scenario, it is crucial to check for breathing and circulation. This assessment is vital because even after the obstruction is cleared, the patient may still not be breathing or may have suffered cardiac arrest due to the lack of oxygen during the choking incident. By confirming the presence of breathing and circulation, the responder can determine the appropriate next steps, such as starting CPR if necessary. Continuing with CPR cycles would be premature unless it has already been established that the patient is not breathing and has no pulse. Therefore, checking for vital signs takes precedence to ensure proper medical protocols are followed in the management of the patient's condition.