cardiac arrest team-- dynamic approach

Question 1

does the structure or universal approach to cardiac arrest emergency change regardless of profession or setting

Answer 1

no

Question 2

cpr should take place in what increments

Answer 2

2 minute increments

Question 3

what does 2 minute increments during cpr allow for

Answer 3

30 compressions to 2 ventilations

Question 4

upon completion of 2min cpr cycle what should be checked

Answer 4

pulse for minimum of 5 seconds but no more than 10 seconds

Question 5

if pulse is felt what should be done

Answer 5

post cardiac care should be initiated

Question 6

if pulse is not felt after 2 minute increment cycle of cpr what should be done

Answer 6

rescuers should switch positions and compressions should be continued immediately

Question 7

if patient requires defibrillation what should be done

Answer 7

cpr should be continued while defibrillator charges to minimize interruptions

Question 8

when electricity arrives at a cardiac arrest incident that is the only time acceptable to stop cpr

Answer 8

yes

Question 9

immediately upon use of electricity or confirmation electricity will not be used what should begin

Answer 9

cpr beginning with chest compressions