8. Infant CPR Flashcards
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What is the age range for infants in this module?
Below 1 year of age
What age range defines a child in this context?
1 to 12 years
What are the main causes of cardiopulmonary arrests in children?
Hypoxia or secondary events such as major trauma or deteriorating respiratory condition
What is the focus of emergency care in pediatric cardiopulmonary arrests?
Early CPR and ventilation rather than defibrillation
For children below 12 years old but of a larger size, what guidelines should be followed for chest compression?
Adult CPR guidelines
List three common emergencies in pediatric care.
- Airway obstruction (e.g. choking)
- Seizures
- Poisoning
- Injury (e.g. road traffic accident)
What is the first step in infant CPR?
Check for Danger
What should you ensure when checking for danger?
You, the infant, and bystanders are safe
What is the second step in infant CPR?
Assessment: Determine unresponsiveness
How should you assess an infant’s level of responsiveness?
By tapping the infant’s shoulder
What should be avoided when assessing an infant’s responsiveness?
- Shaking the infant violently
- Unnecessary movements of the neck
What should you shout for when you recognize an unresponsive infant?
Help, call ambulance 995 get AED
This should be done if there is an AED within 60-second walking distance.
What should a lone rescuer do when calling EMS?
Use a mobile phone on speaker mode
The rescuer should not leave the casualty.
What information should be provided when calling EMS for an infant?
- The location of the infant
- The telephone number you are calling from
- What happened (e.g., that an infant is unconscious)
- Number of casualties
- Request for an immediate ambulance
When should you hang up after calling EMS?
Only after instructed to do so by the dispatcher
The dispatcher may stay on the line for advice until EMS arrives.
What should a lone rescuer do in a remote situation without EMS access?
Commence CPR immediately if breathing and pulse are absent
CPR should be provided for at least 2 minutes before seeking assistance.
How should you position the infant for effective CPR?
Lie the infant on his/her back on a firm, flat surface
If the infant is face down or on his/her side, roll them over carefully.
What should be ensured while repositioning an infant?
That the head, neck, and body are supported and turned simultaneously
This is crucial for safe repositioning.
What is the first step in assessing an infant’s condition during CPR?
Check for normal breathing and pulse
Assessing the presence or absence of spontaneous breathing is crucial before starting CPR.
How can you identify normal breathing in an infant?
Look for the rise and fall of the chest and abdomen
Gasping or agonal breathing is not considered normal.
What should you do if the infant is not breathing or has abnormal breathing?
Begin CPR
Abnormal breathing includes gasping or agonal breathing.
Where is the brachial pulse located in infants?
Inner aspect of the upper arm, between the elbow and shoulder
The carotid pulse is difficult to locate due to the infant’s short neck.
What is the recommended action if normal breathing and pulse are absent?
Start CPR
If breathing is absent and pulse is less than 60 beats/minute, CPR should also start.
What is the recommended hand placement for chest compressions in infants?
1 finger breadth below the inter-nipple line
This aligns with the lower half of the sternum.
