BLS CPR (AHA) Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is CCF?

High chest compression fraction, or high CCF, is the amount of time spent doing high quality chest compressions during a cardiac arrest resuscitation attempt.

How is high CCF achieved?

By eliminating pauses during high-quality CPR.

When do pauses typically occur during high-quality CPR? (Select all that apply)

Defibrillation (correct)

Pulse checks (correct)

Rhythm analysis (correct)

Compressor switched (correct)

Intubation (correct)

List ways to reduce pauses to achieve high CCF.

<ol> <li>Compressors hover their hands over the chest, ready to begin compressions. 2. Providers check for pulse, precharge the defibrillator, & prepare to deliver a shock 15 seconds before pausing compressions at the end of each 2-minute cycle. 3. Swap compressors every two minutes, or earlier if fatigued. 4. Use a metronome.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Where should AED pads be placed in the anteroposterior position for adults and children 8 years and older?

<p>Left side of chest below nipple line and a</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you open the airways if a single rescuer is present?

<p>Head tilt-chin lift.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name the correct order of steps for a bag-mask.

<ol> <li>Place the bag on the victim's face, using the bridge of their nose as a guide. 2. Use the e-c clamp technique to hold the mask in place and lift the jaw. 3. Squeeze the bag to give breaths, 1 second each, and watch for chest rise.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chest Compression Fraction (CCF)

High Chest Compression Fraction (CCF) indicates the percentage of time spent on effective chest compressions during cardiac arrest resuscitation.
Achieving a high CCF is critical for improving patient survival rates.

Reducing Pauses in CPR

High CCF is attained by minimizing interruptions during quality CPR.
Common interruptions include:
- Intubation
- Rhythm analysis
- Pulse checks
- Changing compressor roles
- Defibrillation

Strategies to Maintain High CCF

Compressors should anticipate the need to resume compressions by hovering their hands over the chest.
Advanced providers should prepare for pulse checks and defibrillation in advance, ensuring a minimal pause at the end of each two-minute cycle.
Rotate compressors every two minutes or sooner if fatigue occurs, with the new compressor approaching from behind.
Utilize a metronome for timing compressions, which could be aided by an AED, defibrillator, or mobile app.

AED Pad Placement

For adults and children aged 8 years or older, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) pads should be positioned on the left side of the chest below the nipple line and on the lower left side of the back.

Airway Management

When only one rescuer is present, open the airway using the head tilt-chin lift technique to ensure unobstructed airflow.

Bag-Mask Ventilation Steps

Position the bag on the victim's face, aligning it with the bridge of their nose for optimal fit.
Employ the e-c clamp technique to secure the mask while maintaining an open airway.
Administer breaths by squeezing the bag, ensuring each breath lasts about one second and observing for visible chest rise.

Description

Test your knowledge of Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR concepts with these flashcards. Learn about chest compression fraction (CCF) and how to achieve high-quality CPR with minimal interruptions. Perfect for anyone preparing for a CPR certification or refresher course.