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Cardiac Arrest Emergency Actions

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What is a cardiac arrest?

A cardiac arrest is when someone's heart suddenly stops beating, and their breathing is abnormal or has stopped.

If someone has a cardiac arrest, they will die without quick action.

True

What are the first two steps you should take if you find someone who has had a cardiac arrest?

Call 999 and start chest compressions

Look for signs of normal breathing and check for a pulse (correct)

Check for danger and then immediately follow these simple steps

Shout for help and shake the person gently (correct)

What does AED stand for?

Automated External Defibrillator Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are on your own and find someone who has had a cardiac arrest?

Do not leave the person. Start chest compressions and call 999 for help. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three steps involved in performing chest compressions?

Interlock your fingers, place your hands in the centre of the chest, and push down hard and then release twice per second. Signup and view all the answers

You should continue CPR until the person shows signs of life or a paramedic arrives.

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What is the role of the ambulance call handler in assisting someone who has had a cardiac arrest?

The ambulance call handler will provide guidance on performing CPR, tell you where the nearest AED is, and help you with any questions or concerns you may have. Signup and view all the answers

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Cardiac Arrest Actions

A cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating and breathing becomes abnormal. Without immediate action, the person will die.
Check for danger. Then, follow these steps carefully.
Shout for help and gently shake the person.
Look and listen for signs of normal breathing (chest rising and falling).
Call 999 and put the phone on loudspeaker, informing them you are with someone who isn't breathing.
The ambulance operator will direct you to the nearest Automated External Defibrillator (AED). If someone is available, ask them to retrieve the AED.
Do not leave the person on your own.
Start chest compressions by interlocking fingers, placing hands in the center of the chest, pushing down hard, then releasing, twice per second. Don't stop.
If an AED is available, turn it on and follow the instructions.
Continue CPR until either the AED needs to pause, the AED administers a second shock, a paramedic arrives and directs you, or the person shows signs of life.

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Learn the essential steps to take during a cardiac arrest emergency. This quiz focuses on the critical actions like checking for breathing, calling for help, and performing CPR. Mastering these techniques can save a life.