Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Quiz
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What happens to the heart during cardiac arrest?

  • The heart beats too slowly to maintain circulation
  • The heart stops beating completely
  • The heart beats normally but does not pump blood effectively
  • The heart beats in an irregular, arrhythmic pattern (correct)
  • What is the primary purpose of performing CPR?

  • To prevent cardiac arrest from occurring
  • To restart the heart and restore a normal heart rhythm
  • To pump blood through the body
  • To provide oxygen to the brain and tissues (correct)
  • What is the purpose of rescue breaths in CPR?

  • To restart the heart
  • To clear the airway of any obstructions
  • To push air into the patient's stomach
  • To provide oxygen to the lungs (correct)
  • How effective is CPR at maintaining circulation compared to a normal, functioning heart?

    <p>CPR provides 25-33% of normal blood flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common cause of cardiac arrest?

    <p>Hypoglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a 'do not resuscitate' (DNR) order?

    <p>To indicate the patient does not want to be resuscitated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does CPR stand for?

    <p>Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should resuscitation efforts start according to the text?

    <p>Within 0-2 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of basic life support (BLS) ventilation in CPR?

    <p>To maintain proper circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of rescue breathing in CPR?

    <p>To oxygenate blood when breathing is inadequate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if CPR is not started within 4-6 minutes?

    <p>Brain damage probable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is maintaining tissue oxygen supply essential during CPR?

    <p>To prevent damage to vital organs like the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the CPR process described in the text?

    <p>Pinch the nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to swap the person doing compressions in CPR every 2 minutes?

    <p>To avoid fatigue resulting in inadequate compressions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the CPR process, when should you activate the emergency response system?

    <p>After 2 minutes of rescue breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What complications can arise from excessive inflation pressures during CPR?

    <p>Lung contusions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you stop CPR according to the provided information?

    <p>Cardiac arrest of longer than 30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What step should be taken after blowing air until the chest rises during rescue breaths in CPR?

    <p>Take another deep breath and repeat the sequence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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