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What is the rate for chest compressions per minute for any age?
What is the rate for chest compressions per minute for any age?
100 compressions per minute
The compression-ventilation ratio for one or two rescuers for adult CPR is?
The compression-ventilation ratio for one or two rescuers for adult CPR is?
30 compressions to 2 ventilation breaths
The compression-ventilation ratio for one or two rescuer child or infant CPR is?
The compression-ventilation ratio for one or two rescuer child or infant CPR is?
15 compressions to 2 ventilation breaths
Where should the hands be placed on the chest for adult CPR?
Where should the hands be placed on the chest for adult CPR?
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What is the preferred hand technique for two rescuer infant CPR?
What is the preferred hand technique for two rescuer infant CPR?
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What is the depth of compressions on an adult?
What is the depth of compressions on an adult?
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What is the depth of compression on an infant?
What is the depth of compression on an infant?
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The rescuer knows its rescue breaths are effective when what happens?
The rescuer knows its rescue breaths are effective when what happens?
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What is the first step in using an AED?
What is the first step in using an AED?
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After an AED shock is delivered, what is the next step?
After an AED shock is delivered, what is the next step?
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Why is high quality CPR and compressions necessary?
Why is high quality CPR and compressions necessary?
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When is scene safety assessed?
When is scene safety assessed?
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Interruptions to CPR should take more than ___ seconds.
Interruptions to CPR should take more than ___ seconds.
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Chest compressions should be initiated within ___ seconds if identifying victim is not responsive and has no pulse.
Chest compressions should be initiated within ___ seconds if identifying victim is not responsive and has no pulse.
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In two rescuer CPR, the first rescuer starts ___________ _________________ while the second rescuer ____________ _ _ _.
In two rescuer CPR, the first rescuer starts ___________ _________________ while the second rescuer ____________ _ _ _.
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If a choking victim becomes unresponsive, the rescuer should first call for help (or EMS) and begin ____.
If a choking victim becomes unresponsive, the rescuer should first call for help (or EMS) and begin ____.
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Rescue breaths for a child or infant should be one breath every ______________.
Rescue breaths for a child or infant should be one breath every ______________.
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Rescue breaths for an adult should be one breath every ____________.
Rescue breaths for an adult should be one breath every ____________.
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How do you relieve choking in an infant?
How do you relieve choking in an infant?
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How do you relieve choking in an adult?
How do you relieve choking in an adult?
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If any choking victim goes unresponsive, what additional step do you perform before breathing?
If any choking victim goes unresponsive, what additional step do you perform before breathing?
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Study Notes
CPR Basics
- Chest compressions should be delivered at a rate of 100 per minute for all ages.
- The adult CPR compression-ventilation ratio for one or two rescuers is 30 compressions to 2 breaths.
- For child or infant CPR, the ratio is adjusted to 15 compressions to 2 breaths.
Proper Technique
- Hands during adult CPR should be placed on the lower half of the breastbone.
- For two-rescuer infant CPR, use the two-thumb technique with thumbs on the chest and the encircling hands supporting the infant.
- Compressions for adults should have a depth of 2 inches; for infants, compress to 1/3 of the chest depth, approximately 4 cm.
Effectiveness of Rescue Breaths
- Rescue breaths are effective if the chest visibly rises during the process.
AED Usage
- The first step in using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is to turn it on.
- After delivering a shock with an AED, check for breathing. If absent, commence compressions and rescue breaths.
Importance of High-Quality CPR
- High-quality CPR ensures sufficient blood flow and oxygen delivery throughout the body when performed correctly.
Scene Safety and Protocols
- Assess scene safety immediately upon arrival.
- Minimize interruptions in CPR to no more than 10 seconds.
Response Timing
- Chest compressions should begin within 10 seconds if a victim is unresponsive and lacks a pulse.
Rescuer Responsibilities
- In a two-rescuer scenario, the first rescuer begins chest compressions while the second rescuer calls for emergency help or operates the AED.
Choking Protocols
- For unresponsive choking victims, immediately call for help and initiate CPR.
- Administer rescue breaths for children or infants every 3-5 seconds; for adults, every 5-6 seconds.
- To relieve choking in infants, perform 5 back slaps followed by 5 chest thrusts.
- For adults, use the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts) to alleviate choking.
Additional Choking Steps
- If a choking victim becomes unresponsive, perform CPR and check the airway for visible obstructions before attempting rescue breaths.
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Test your knowledge on CPR basics, proper techniques, and the use of AEDs. This quiz covers essential information regarding compression rates, ventilation ratios, and effective rescue breaths. Perfect for anyone looking to refresh their CPR skills.
