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During adult chest compressions, what is the minimum depth the chest should be compressed?
During adult chest compressions, what is the minimum depth the chest should be compressed?
- 1.5 inches
- 1 inch
- 2.5 inches
- 2 inches (correct)
A person collapses. An emergency medical technician (EMT) arrives with an AED. What is the first action the EMT should take?
A person collapses. An emergency medical technician (EMT) arrives with an AED. What is the first action the EMT should take?
- Apply the AED pads to the patient's chest.
- Clear the area around the patient.
- Turn on the AED. (correct)
- Press the shock button immediately.
Following the attachment of AED pads to a victim's bare chest, what is the next step the rescuer should take?
Following the attachment of AED pads to a victim's bare chest, what is the next step the rescuer should take?
- Follow the AED prompts. (correct)
- Check the victim for a carotid pulse.
- Clear the patient in preparation for a shock.
- Press the shock button.
A person is pulled from a swimming pool and is unresponsive, not breathing, and pulseless. What immediate action should the rescuer take regarding AED use?
A person is pulled from a swimming pool and is unresponsive, not breathing, and pulseless. What immediate action should the rescuer take regarding AED use?
A first responder is about to administer an AED shock, but a family member is touching the person. What should the first responder do?
A first responder is about to administer an AED shock, but a family member is touching the person. What should the first responder do?
During a pause in chest compressions to deliver a shock from an AED, the AED states, 'No shock advised.' What should the rescuers do next?
During a pause in chest compressions to deliver a shock from an AED, the AED states, 'No shock advised.' What should the rescuers do next?
When using an AED on a child, which of the following modifications to pad placement is most appropriate if standard adult pads are too large?
When using an AED on a child, which of the following modifications to pad placement is most appropriate if standard adult pads are too large?
You are using an AED, and after delivering a shock, the person starts to move and groan. The AED is prompting another analysis. What is the most appropriate action?
You are using an AED, and after delivering a shock, the person starts to move and groan. The AED is prompting another analysis. What is the most appropriate action?
During a resuscitation attempt, what is the primary benefit of clearly defining roles and responsibilities for each team member?
During a resuscitation attempt, what is the primary benefit of clearly defining roles and responsibilities for each team member?
Why is allowing complete chest recoil important during chest compressions?
Why is allowing complete chest recoil important during chest compressions?
During two-rescuer CPR, how frequently should rescuers switch roles, and why?
During two-rescuer CPR, how frequently should rescuers switch roles, and why?
You are part of a resuscitation team and notice the person performing chest compressions is not allowing for complete chest recoil. What is the most appropriate action?
You are part of a resuscitation team and notice the person performing chest compressions is not allowing for complete chest recoil. What is the most appropriate action?
How does the use of an AED improve a patient's chances of survival during cardiac arrest?
How does the use of an AED improve a patient's chances of survival during cardiac arrest?
A team leader in a resuscitation scenario should prioritize which action to foster effective team dynamics?
A team leader in a resuscitation scenario should prioritize which action to foster effective team dynamics?
What physiological outcome is directly supported by allowing complete chest recoil during CPR?
What physiological outcome is directly supported by allowing complete chest recoil during CPR?
To maintain high-quality CPR during a prolonged resuscitation effort involving multiple rescuers, what is the most effective strategy?
To maintain high-quality CPR during a prolonged resuscitation effort involving multiple rescuers, what is the most effective strategy?
What immediate intervention should a team member provide if they observe another rescuer not providing adequate chest compressions?
What immediate intervention should a team member provide if they observe another rescuer not providing adequate chest compressions?
How does early defibrillation, facilitated by the use of an AED, impact the likelihood of successful resuscitation from cardiac arrest?
How does early defibrillation, facilitated by the use of an AED, impact the likelihood of successful resuscitation from cardiac arrest?
When providing breaths using a bag-mask device, what is the MOST important observation to confirm effective ventilation?
When providing breaths using a bag-mask device, what is the MOST important observation to confirm effective ventilation?
What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for 1-rescuer infant CPR?
What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for 1-rescuer infant CPR?
Which of the following considerations is MOST important when using an AED on a victim with a hairy chest?
Which of the following considerations is MOST important when using an AED on a victim with a hairy chest?
What is the immediate next step for a choking adult victim who becomes unresponsive?
What is the immediate next step for a choking adult victim who becomes unresponsive?
What is the MOST important reason for using an AED during cardiac arrest?
What is the MOST important reason for using an AED during cardiac arrest?
While assessing an adult victim, you notice they are making strange, gasping sounds. What action should you take?
While assessing an adult victim, you notice they are making strange, gasping sounds. What action should you take?
A middle-aged man collapses. You and a second rescuer go to the victim and find that he is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. What is the MOST important action to improve the victim's chances of survival?
A middle-aged man collapses. You and a second rescuer go to the victim and find that he is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. What is the MOST important action to improve the victim's chances of survival?
During CPR, you notice the chest compression rate of the other rescuer is slowing down. What should you say?
During CPR, you notice the chest compression rate of the other rescuer is slowing down. What should you say?
How do you perform chest compressions while providing CPR to a child?
How do you perform chest compressions while providing CPR to a child?
Which of the following best describes a victim who requires high-quality CPR?
Which of the following best describes a victim who requires high-quality CPR?
What is the purpose of chest compressions during CPR?
What is the purpose of chest compressions during CPR?
When performing two-rescuer CPR on an infant, what is the preferred chest compression technique?
When performing two-rescuer CPR on an infant, what is the preferred chest compression technique?
After delivering a shock with an AED, what is the next immediate step?
After delivering a shock with an AED, what is the next immediate step?
What is the MOST important factor in determining the effectiveness of chest compressions?
What is the MOST important factor in determining the effectiveness of chest compressions?
What is the proper technique for head tilt–chin lift?
What is the proper technique for head tilt–chin lift?
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Adult Chest Compression Depth
Adult Chest Compression Depth
At least 2 inches (5 cm).
First AED Step
First AED Step
Power on the AED.
After AED Pads are Attached
After AED Pads are Attached
Follow the AED prompts.
AED Use on a Victim in Water
AED Use on a Victim in Water
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Compression Rate
Compression Rate
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Attaching AED pads
Attaching AED pads
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Clearing the patient
Clearing the patient
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Compressing depth
Compressing depth
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AED Usage Timing
AED Usage Timing
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Clear Roles in Resuscitation
Clear Roles in Resuscitation
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Importance of Chest Recoil
Importance of Chest Recoil
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CPR Compressor Switching
CPR Compressor Switching
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Corrective CPR Intervention
Corrective CPR Intervention
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AED Function
AED Function
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Delegation of Tasks
Delegation of Tasks
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Incomplete Chest Recoil
Incomplete Chest Recoil
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Switching Rescuers
Switching Rescuers
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Mistake Prevention
Mistake Prevention
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CPR Breaths: Key Observation
CPR Breaths: Key Observation
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Infant CPR Ratio (1-Rescuer)
Infant CPR Ratio (1-Rescuer)
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AED on Hairy Chests
AED on Hairy Chests
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Unresponsive Choking Victim
Unresponsive Choking Victim
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Agonal Gasps
Agonal Gasps
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CPR Importance
CPR Importance
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CPR Compression Rate
CPR Compression Rate
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Child Compression Depth
Child Compression Depth
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CPR Required
CPR Required
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Constructive Intervention
Constructive Intervention
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Scene Safety
Scene Safety
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Rescue Breaths
Rescue Breaths
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Checking the pulse
Checking the pulse
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Maintaining Vitals
Maintaining Vitals
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Study Notes
- When performing chest compressions on an adult (or adolescent), use a compression depth of at least 2 inches (5 cm).
- When an AED becomes available, power it on first.
- After attaching AED pads to the bare chest, follow the AED prompts to analyze heart rhythm and deliver a shock if needed.
- For a victim immersed in water, pull the victim out and wipe the chest before attaching AED pads.
- When giving breaths, squeeze the bag to give breaths (1 second each) while watching for chest rise.
- For 1-rescuer infant CPR, the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio is 30:2
- On a hairy chest, AED pads may stick to the hair and not the skin and most AED kits contain a razor.
- If a choking victim becomes unresponsive, start high-quality CPR immediately, beginning with chest compressions.
- An AED can identify an abnormal heart rhythm that needs a shock and can deliver a shock that can convert a rhythm back to normal.
- Agonal gasps are not considered normal breathing and are a sign of cardiac arrest; start CPR immediately.
- High-quality CPR improves a victim's chances of survival.
- A chest compression rate of 100 to 120/min should be used.
- The correct compression depth for a child victim is at least one third the AP diameter of the chest, about 2 inches (5 cm).
- A victim who is unresponsive, is not breathing, and has no pulse requires high-quality CPR, and an AED should be used as soon as it becomes available.
- During a resuscitation attempt, clear roles and responsibilities should be defined as soon as possible.
- Allowing complete chest recoil permits blood to flow into the heart, and incomplete chest recoil is inefficient because it reduces the blood flow created by chest compressions.
- Switch rescuers about every 2 minutes, typically when the AED is analyzing the rhythm, so CPR quality is not reduced because of fatigue.
- If complete chest recoil is not occurring, notify the compressor.
- An AED can help terminate an abnormal rhythm and restore a regular heart rhythm, and when used with high-quality CPR, it can double (or triple) the chances of survival.
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Learn the correct techniques for performing CPR on adults and infants. Understand AED usage, including when and how to attach pads, deliver shocks, and manage special situations like water immersion or excessive chest hair. Review compression depths, ventilation techniques, and response to choking victims.
