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Agonal Breathing Def.
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- 1Agonal BreathingIrregular, slow and deep breaths, frequently accompanied by a characteristic snoring sound
Originate from brain stem (remains functioning for some minutes even when deprived of oxygen)
Present in up to 40% of cardiac arrest victims
It is not a sign of circulation and CPR should be started immediately!
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- paramedic science Flashcards on Agonal Breathing Def., created by Aoibh Cooley on 25/09/2019.
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