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What does AED stand for?
What does ALS stand for?
Advanced Life Support
What does BLS stand for?
Basic Life Support
What does BP stand for?
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The order of emergency life support is CAB, which stands for: C - _____, A - _____, B - _____.
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What does CPR stand for?
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What does DNR stand for?
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What does EMS stand for?
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What does EMT stand for?
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What does ER stand for?
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What does FBAO stand for?
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What does ICU stand for?
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What does SOB stand for?
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What does TPR stand for?
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What does VS stand for?
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What is advanced life support?
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What is asystole?
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What is a portable electronic device that diagnoses life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias?
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What is basic life support?
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What is cardiac arrest?
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What is cardiac arrhythmia?
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What does cardiopulmonary resuscitation refer to?
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The Chain of Survival consists of five steps. The first step is recognizing cardiac arrest, followed by _____ (emphasis on compressions), then _____, followed by effective _____, and finishing with integrated post-cardiac arrest _____.
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What are compressions in CPR?
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What does defibrillation mean?
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What is the head tilt-chin lift?
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What is the Heimlich maneuver used for?
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What does the term 'respond' mean in medical emergencies?
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What is shock in medical terms?
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What is ventricular fibrillation?
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Study Notes
CPR Abbreviations & Terms
- AED: Automatic External Defibrillator, a device diagnosing and treating life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias with electric therapy.
- ALS: Advanced Life Support, a set of life-saving protocols beyond Basic Life Support, focused on circulation and airway management.
- BLS: Basic Life Support, vital care for life-threatening conditions until full medical assistance is available.
- BP: Blood Pressure, a measure of the pressure in the arteries during heartbeats.
- CAB: Sequence for emergency life support; C (Compressions), A (Airway Maintenance), B (Breathing).
- CPR: Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, emergency procedures for restoring heartbeat and breathing.
- DNR: Do Not Resuscitate order, specifically stating no resuscitation efforts should be made.
- EMS: Emergency Medical Services, a system that provides emergency medical care.
- EMT: Emergency Medical Technician, trained to provide medical care in emergencies.
- ER: Emergency Room, a hospital department for urgent medical treatment.
- FBAO: Foreign Body Airway Obstruction, a blockage preventing airflow in the airway.
- ICU: Intensive Care Unit, a specialized section of the hospital for critically ill patients.
- SOB: Short of Breath, a symptom indicating difficulty in breathing.
- TPR: Temperature, Pulse, Respirations, measurements indicating a patient's health status.
- VS: Vital Signs, essential indicators of physiological functions (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure).
- Asystole (Flatline): A state of no cardiac electrical activity, indicating clinical or legal death.
- Cardiac Arrest: Sudden cessation of the heart's function, critical emergency situation.
- Cardiac Arrhythmia: Irregular heartbeat resulting from improper electrical signaling in the heart.
- Defibrillation: Controlled electric shock to the heart, restoring normal rhythm by stopping fibrillation.
- Compressions: Key aspect of CPR, involving chest presses to maintain blood flow.
- Heimlich Maneuver: Abdominal thrusts used to clear upper airway obstructions like choking.
- Shock: A state where the body's tissues are not receiving adequate blood flow.
- Ventricular Fibrillation: A life-threatening arrhythmia with disorganized contraction of the heart's ventricles.
- Ventricular Tachycardia: Rapid heartbeat arising from faulty electrical activity in the heart.
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Chain of Survival: A five-step approach for treating cardiac arrest:
- Recognition of cardiac arrest
- Immediate CPR
- Defibrillation
- Effective advanced life support
- Integrated post-cardiac arrest care
- Head Tilt-Chin Lift: A maneuver to open the airway during CPR.
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Test your knowledge on essential CPR abbreviations and terms used in emergency medical situations. This quiz covers vital concepts such as AED, ALS, BLS, and more, which are crucial for effective emergency response. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of life-saving protocols.
