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When consciousness is regained, subjects may have seizure-like involuntary movements and be extremely disoriented and should be prevented from accidentally injuring themselves or others until they have fully recovered. | When consciousness is regained, subjects may have seizure-like involuntary movements and be extremely disoriented and should be prevented from accidentally injuring themselves or others until they have fully recovered. | ||
Carotid compression should '''never''' be practiced when carotid plaques could be present due to the high risk of plaque dislodgement and embolic stroke. More than 50% of older adults (>60 years old) have some degree of carotid plaque formation. Middle-aged adults (40-60 years old) can develop carotid plaques, with higher prevalence among those with risk factors (hypertension, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, cardiovascular disease). | Carotid compression should '''never''' be practiced when carotid plaques could be present due to the high risk of plaque dislodgement and embolic stroke. More than 50% of older adults (>60 years old) have some degree of carotid plaque formation. Middle-aged adults (40-60 years old) can develop carotid plaques, with higher prevalence among those with risk factors (hypertension, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, cardiovascular disease). Additionally, patients who are predisposed to arrhythmias may be at higher risk of experiencing sudden cardiac arrest from compression of the carotid bodies. | ||
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