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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Basics

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What is the main purpose of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?

To treat respiratory failure
To manage cardiac arrhythmias
To reduce the risk of cardiac arrest
To restore effective circulation and ventilation following cardiac arrest (correct)

Which of the following is considered a confirmation of cardiac arrest?

Cardiac arrhythmias and absence of response
Sudden loss of consciousness and absence of respiration (correct)
Absence of carotid pulse and respiratory failure
Ineffective breathing and absence of chest compression

What is the first step in the sequence of adult basic life support?

Safety: Ensure safety for the victim, bystanders, and responders (correct)
Breathing: Check the victim's breathing response
Airway: Maintain a clear airway for the victim
Circulation: Perform external chest compression

What does the 'B' in the ABC of immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation stand for?

Breathing: Supplying oxygen to the blood (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does basic life support refer to?

Maintaining airway patency and supporting breathing and circulation without equipment (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), what is the main purpose of external chest compression?

To force the blood into the coronary and cerebral circulation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which action is part of the sequence of adult basic life support?

Gently shaking the victim's shoulders and asking if they are all right (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial step in the sequence of immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?

Safety: Making sure the victim, any bystanders, and you are safe (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the confirmation of cardiac arrest as per the given text?

Absence of respiration (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does basic life support primarily refer to in the context of cardiopulmonary resuscitation?

Supporting breathing and circulation without equipment other than a protective device (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'C' in the ABC of immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation stand for?

Chest: providing external chest compression (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of cardiac arrest according to the given text?

Respiratory failure (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which step is part of the sequence of adult basic life support?

Checking for response by gently shaking the victim's shoulders (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the indication for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) according to the given text?

Cardiac arrest (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) according to the given text?

To restore effective circulation and ventilation following cardiac arrest (D) Signup and view all the answers