... Flashcards
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What does ABC stand for in CPR?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
What are the three steps in emergency response? hint 3 c’s
Check, Call, Care
When should you stop CPR?
Patient has no pulse
Too tired to continue
Professional help has arrived
What should you do if you are exhausted during CPR?
Trade off
Or stop
What is the order of need for protection during an emergency?
- Yourself
- Your Partner
- Patient
What should you do if the scene becomes unsafe?
Prioritize your safety first.
What is the head tilt/chin lift technique duration?
10 seconds
What are the key notes for CPR?
Placement of hands on the lower part of the breastbone, depth of 2 inches, and 100-120 compressions per minute.
What is the CPR cycle?
30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths.
What song can help maintain the rhythm of compressions?
Stayin’ Alive
What should you do during rescue breaths?
Check the airway by looking down the chest and watching for chest rise.
What is the first action when using an AED?
Turn the AED on.
What should you do before applying AED patches?
Get rid of hair on the chest by shaving and wipe off the chest if wet.
Where do you apply AED patches?
To the upper right chest and left chest.
What should you say before pressing the shock button on an AED?
“I’m clear, you’re clear, everyone clear.”
How do you check an infant’s pulse?
Check the brachial pulse.
What is the compression depth for infants?
1 ½ inches deep.
What technique is used for 2 rescuer infant CPR?
2 Thumb encircling method.
What is the compression method for infant CPR by yourself?
Use 2 fingers on the breastbone.
How often should you switch CPR providers?
Every 2 minutes or after 5 cycles.
What is the proper positioning of the Bag Valve Mask?
Apex of the mask should be up by the top of the head.
What grip should you use when holding the Bag Valve Mask?
Use 3 fingers around the mask and on the jaw, with the other 2 fingers forming an EC clamp.
Why are children 15:2 with 2 rescuer Healthcare Provider CPR?
Children are more likely to have cardiac arrest due to respiratory issues and lack of oxygen.
Children and infants generally have strong hearts that want to beat on their own.
How long do adults have oxygen circulating in their body during CPR?
Adults have about 30 minutes of oxygen circulating in their body during compressions.
