MFA Task 1.4.C

Manage obstructed airway in a conscious victim

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 05-04 Task 1.4.C , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board

AFA-X1.12 Cardiac arrest, drowning and asphyxia
Condition Behavior Standard

In a graded practical exercise, given an adult manikin designed for cardio-pulmonary resuscitation,

the candidate will demonstrate airway-management techniques and management of a choking or obstructed airway in a conscious victim.

The candidate correctly demonstrates, according to standards of the American Heart Association:

a. asking the victim whether he or she is choking;
b. if victim cannot respond, performing sub-diaphragmatic thrusts; and
c. re-assessing the victim.

Note: If the victim is still choking, the candidate should repeat performing sub-diaphragmatic thrusts until victim is breathing or becomes unconscious.