59 Questions
Which is the recommended compression rate for chest compressions in animals during CPR?
100 to 120 bpm
What is the landmark for chest compressions using the thoracic pump technique?
The widest part of the chest
What is the main advantage of internal cardiac compressions compared to external compressions?
Higher output efficiency
In which situations are intracardiac compressions typically performed?
After the animal has died on the table
What is the recommended position for a horse during chest compressions?
Lateral recumbency
What is the gold standard backup plan for airway obstruction during CPR?
Emergency tracheostomy
Which of the following is a possible cause of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA) according to the text?
Hypervolemia
What is the main problem in all of the listed causes of CPA according to the text?
Lack of oxygen delivery to the tissues
What is the recommended time frame for initiating CPR in patients according to the text?
4 to 6 minutes
Which of the following is a sign of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA) according to the text?
Loss of unconsciousness
What is the most important part of basic life support according to the text?
Chest compressions
What is the recommended action if you fail to establish an airway during CPR according to the text?
Start compressions immediately
Which method of ventilation is NOT recommended due to the small gauge of the needle?
Mouth to snout/nose/mask ventilation
What is the recommended tidal volume per kilogram of body weight?
10 mL
What are the potential risks of exceeding the recommended tidal volume?
All of the above
What is the recommended ventilation rate per minute?
10 breaths
When using an anaesthetic machine, what is the argument for lowering the ventilation rate?
To reduce the risk of oxygen toxicity
What percentage of tissues is perfused during chest impressions?
20%
What organs are primarily affected by oxygen toxicity?
Brain and liver
What is the potential consequence of giving more oxygen than is needed during ventilation?
Oxygen toxicity
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for chest compressions in large animals during CPR?
External compressions
What is the recommended compression rate for chest compressions in animals during CPR?
100 to 120 bpm
What is the landmark for chest compressions using the thoracic pump technique?
Ribs 3 to 6
What is the main advantage of internal cardiac compressions compared to external compressions?
Better perfusion of tissues
What is the recommended tidal volume per kilogram of body weight for ventilation during CPR?
10 to 15 mL/kg
What is the recommended position for a horse during chest compressions?
Lateral recumbency
What is the recommended time frame for initiating CPR in patients according to the text?
Within 2 minutes
What are the signs of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA) according to the text?
Fixed and dilated pupils, altered CRT, dry cornea
What is the recommended action if you fail to establish an airway during CPR according to the text?
Start chest compressions immediately
What is the most important part of basic life support according to the text?
Chest compressions
What is the potential consequence of giving more oxygen than is needed during ventilation?
Decreased tissue perfusion
Which of the following is a potential consequence of using a small gauge needle for ventilation?
The lungs may pop if too much pressure is applied
What is the recommended tidal volume per kilogram of body weight to avoid iatrogenic barotrauma, pulmonary hemorrhage, or pneumothorax?
10 milliliters
What is the potential consequence of giving more oxygen than is needed during ventilation?
Increased risk of oxygen toxicity
What is the recommended ventilation rate per minute for animals during CPR?
10 breaths per minute
What percentage of tissues is perfused during chest compressions?
20%
What is the potential risk of exceeding the recommended tidal volume during ventilation?
Increased risk of oxygen toxicity
What is the recommended compression rate for chest compressions in animals during CPR?
100 compressions per minute
Which method of ventilation is NOT recommended due to the small gauge of the needle?
ET tube connected to AMBU bag
Which of the following is a potential cause of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA) according to the text?
Hypervolemia
What is the potential consequence of giving more oxygen than is needed during ventilation?
Oxygen toxicity
What are the signs of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA) according to the text?
Unresponsiveness
What is the recommended action if you fail to establish an airway during CPR according to the text?
Continue attempting to establish an airway
What is the recommended compression rate for chest compressions in animals during CPR?
100 compressions per minute
What is the most important part of basic life support according to the text?
Ventilation
Which technique is recommended for chest compressions in animals weighing less than 10 kg according to the text?
Cardiac pump
What is the recommended compression rate for chest compressions in animals during CPR according to the text?
100 to 120 bpm
Which animals are likely to have a thoracic pump as an inefficient technique for chest compressions according to the text?
Greyhound whippets
What is the recommended position for a horse during chest compressions according to the text?
Lateral recumbency
Which method is recommended for ventilation during CPR according to the text?
Laryngoscope-assisted endotracheal intubation
What is the potential consequence of exceeding the recommended tidal volume during ventilation according to the text?
All of the above
Which method of ventilation is NOT recommended due to the small gauge of the needle?
Mouth to snout/nose/mask ventilation
What is the potential consequence of giving more oxygen than is needed during ventilation?
Increased risk of oxygen toxicity
What organs are primarily affected by oxygen toxicity?
Brain and liver
What is the recommended tidal volume per kilogram of body weight for ventilation during CPR?
10 mL
What is the recommended ventilation rate per minute?
10 breaths
What is the main potential consequence of being too aggressive during ventilation?
Pneumothorax
What is the potential consequence of exceeding the recommended tidal volume during ventilation?
All of the above
What is the recommended ventilation rate per minute when using an anaesthetic machine?
4-6 breaths
Test your knowledge on the causes of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA) in basic life support (CPR). This quiz covers a wide range of possible causes, including anaesthetic complications, severe trauma, electrolyte disturbances, and more. Challenge yourself and learn about the main problem associated with these causes.
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