CPR & Basic Life Support Quiz

Questions and Answers

All cardiac arrest situations are shockable by an AED.

False

What is accomplished by CPR?

It circulates blood until the heart is restored to good health.

What is cardiac arrest?

When the heart stops effectively pumping blood.

How much blood is pumped during an effective chest compression compared to a normal heartbeat?

30% Signup and view all the answers

How does defibrillation work?

It stuns the heart to stop ventricular fibrillation. Signup and view all the answers

When is it appropriate to place a victim in the recovery position?

When ROSC has been restored. Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule of thumb for how long you should check for responsiveness?

Check for between 5 and 10 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

You are a lone rescuer who is getting tired from performing chest compressions. What action should be taken when more rescuers arrive?

Assign tasks to other rescuers and rotate compressors to avoid fatigue. Signup and view all the answers

In adult CPR, when should the emergency response system be activated?

Before administering CPR. Signup and view all the answers

During CPR, what is the ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in adults?

30 compressions to 2 breaths. Signup and view all the answers

When there are two rescuers, what should the second rescuer do if their partner is delivering a shock with a defibrillator?

Stay clear when told. Signup and view all the answers

Why is allowing the complete chest recoil important when performing CPR?

So the blood can re-fill the heart's chambers between compressions. Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether a victim should receive adult or pediatric CPR?

The victim has reached the onset of puberty. Signup and view all the answers

An AED arrives in the middle of performing a cycle of chest compressions. When should the AED be used?

Immediately when it arrives. Signup and view all the answers

How can you ensure you are giving effective rescue breaths?

Observe the chest rise with each breath. Signup and view all the answers

When dealing with a victim of an opioid overdose, when should naloxone be administered?

As soon as a pulse is detected, even if the victim is not breathing. Signup and view all the answers

Chest compressions on adults should be done to what depth?

Between 2-2.4 inches. Signup and view all the answers

The team leader asks you to perform a task, but you have not yet perfected the task. What action should you take?

Respond that you are not fully capable of doing the task. Signup and view all the answers

When there are two or more rescuers, what is the best guideline for chest compressions?

The two rescuers should switch every 2 minutes, or five compression cycles, to prevent fatigue. Signup and view all the answers

The AED has failed to find a shockable rhythm. What is the next step?

Immediately continue CPR. Signup and view all the answers

How deep should compressions be during CPR on an infant?

About one and a half inches. Signup and view all the answers

What is the ratio of chest compressions and rescue breaths during pediatric CPR when there are multiple rescuers?

15:2 Signup and view all the answers

When taking the pulse of a child victim you can use the _____ artery.

Carotid and femoral Signup and view all the answers

Which victims of cardiac arrest require smaller AED pads?

Infants and children under 8 years old. Signup and view all the answers

Roberta is home alone with her 2-year-old son. They are playing together. Her son has a serious asthma attack and goes into cardiac arrest. What is the first step Roberta should take?

Call 911. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of victims should have their pulse taken on their brachial artery?

An infant. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between adult and pediatric CPR?

More emphasis is given to rescue breaths in pediatric CPR. Signup and view all the answers

In pediatric CPR, what is the age range for a child?

Between 1 year and the onset of puberty. Signup and view all the answers

What type of victim needs to have their head in the neutral position when the rescuer opens their airway?

An infant. Signup and view all the answers

How do you check for responsiveness in an infant?

Tapping them on the heel. Signup and view all the answers

What compression technique should be used on an infant during CPR when there are multiple rescuers?

Two-finger. Signup and view all the answers

You are alone and find a child who needs CPR, what should you do?

Perform CPR for 2 minutes before calling for help. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cardiac Arrest and CPR Basics

Not all cardiac arrest situations are shockable by an AED; this is a misconception.
CPR's primary function is to circulate blood until the heart can regain a normal rhythm.
Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart ceases to effectively pump blood, resulting in a critical emergency.
Effective chest compressions only pump about 30% of the blood compared to a normal heartbeat.

Defibrillation and Emergency Response

Defibrillation works by delivering a shock to the heart to interrupt ventricular fibrillation.
The recovery position should be used for a victim only after Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC).
The responsiveness check should take between 5 and 10 seconds to ensure accurate assessment.

Rescuer Management During CPR

When additional rescuers arrive, tasks should be assigned to prevent rescuer fatigue, with regular rotation of compression roles.
Activate the emergency response system prior to starting adult CPR to ensure timely medical assistance.
The adult CPR compression to rescue breath ratio is 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths.

AED and Compressions

If a shock is being delivered with a defibrillator, the second rescuer should ensure they stay clear when directed.
Complete chest recoil during CPR allows for proper refilling of the heart's chambers between compressions.
Determining the type of CPR (adult or pediatric) depends on whether the victim has reached puberty.

AED Use and Effectiveness

Use the AED immediately upon arrival, even during compressions.
Effective rescue breaths are indicated by observing the rise of the chest after each breath.
In cases of opioid overdose, naloxone should be administered as soon as a pulse is detected, regardless of the victim's breathing status.

Compression Depth and Techniques

Chest compressions on adults should be at a depth of 2 to 2.4 inches.
For infants, compressions should be performed to a depth of about 1.5 inches.
The ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths during pediatric CPR with multiple rescuers is 15:2.

Assessing Victim Responses

The carotid and femoral arteries are suitable locations for taking the pulse of a child victim.
Infants and children under 8 years require smaller AED pads due to their size.
Brachial artery pulse checks are appropriate for infants.

Pediatric CPR Considerations

Pediatric CPR focuses more on rescue breaths than adult CPR.
A child in pediatric CPR is defined as being between 1 year and the onset of puberty.
An infant's head should be kept in a neutral position while opening the airway.

Responsive Checks for Infants

Responsiveness in infants can be checked by gently tapping their heel.
During CPR for infants, a two-finger technique is recommended for compressions.
If alone and needing to perform CPR on a child, start compressions immediately for 2 minutes before calling for help.

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