When is the Agonal Breathing Tool used during Case Entry?

The Agonal Breathing Tool is specifically designed to assist in the assessment of patients who are exhibiting irregular and ineffective respiratory patterns, often indicative of critical conditions such as cardiac arrest. This tool is used during Case Entry in protocols that involve respiratory distress or compromised circulation.

In the context of the Medical Priority Dispatch System, Protocol 12 is generally focused on respiratory issues, which would likely involve the assessment of breathing patterns, including agonal breathing. Protocol 9 deals with unconscious or unresponsive patients, a scenario where monitoring for any breathing patterns, including agonal breathing, is crucial to determine the immediate care needed.

Using the Agonal Breathing Tool in these protocols is essential for guiding responders to prioritize the patient's needs effectively and to provide the necessary intervention quickly, such as CPR or advanced airway management.