18 Questions
What happens to the heart during cardiac arrest?
The heart beats in an irregular, arrhythmic pattern
What is the primary purpose of performing CPR?
To provide oxygen to the brain and tissues
What is the purpose of rescue breaths in CPR?
To provide oxygen to the lungs
How effective is CPR at maintaining circulation compared to a normal, functioning heart?
CPR provides 25-33% of normal blood flow
Which of the following is a common cause of cardiac arrest?
Hypoglycemia
What is the purpose of a 'do not resuscitate' (DNR) order?
To indicate the patient does not want to be resuscitated
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
When should resuscitation efforts start according to the text?
Within 0-2 minutes
What is the purpose of basic life support (BLS) ventilation in CPR?
To maintain proper circulation
What is the purpose of rescue breathing in CPR?
To oxygenate blood when breathing is inadequate
What happens if CPR is not started within 4-6 minutes?
Brain damage probable
Why is maintaining tissue oxygen supply essential during CPR?
To prevent damage to vital organs like the brain
What is the first step in the CPR process described in the text?
Pinch the nose
Why is it important to swap the person doing compressions in CPR every 2 minutes?
To avoid fatigue resulting in inadequate compressions
In the CPR process, when should you activate the emergency response system?
After 2 minutes of rescue breathing
What complications can arise from excessive inflation pressures during CPR?
Lung contusions
When should you stop CPR according to the provided information?
Cardiac arrest of longer than 30 minutes
What step should be taken after blowing air until the chest rises during rescue breaths in CPR?
Take another deep breath and repeat the sequence
Test your knowledge on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) with this quiz by Dr. Mariam Sabry Shehab. Learn about the importance of maintaining tissue oxygen supply during CPR and how it can save lives in emergency situations.
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