Adult CPR Flashcards
(11 cards)
What is the first step when you come across a unresponsive person
Make sure the area is safe
What is the second step
tap shoulders and ask “are you okay”
What is the third step
Shout - Someone call 911 & get an AED
step 4
check for breathing & pulse
check on carotid pulse ( side of neck )
what is the rate of compressions
100-120 per minute
how many compressions and how many breaths
30 compressions
2 rescue breaths
How to give rescue breaths
open the airway ( head tilt & chin lift)
2 Breaths
AED
Once the AED arrives, listen to the prompts and make sure to clear everyone. After the shock is advised to go back to chest compressions until the person responds, advanced care arrives, or you’re too tired
what is the longest pause you can take
no more than 10 seconds
what is the proper chest compression depth
2 inches