CPR Basics for Infants and Adults

Questions and Answers

When performing CPR on an infant (laying face-up), you should use:

One hand

Two fingers (correct)

No hands

Both hands

For Adults/Adolescents, you should call/activate EMS before CPR.

True

If you witness a child collapse, you should:

Activate EMS

You can check tasks (breathing and pulse) simultaneously within 10 seconds.

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When a patient is unconscious and non-responsive, CPR should be performed.

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What is the correct word for C in C.A.B.?

Circulation Signup and view all the answers

If the patient's chest is not inflating during the breathing task, you should check the patient's:

Airway Signup and view all the answers

100-120 chest compressions should be performed on the patient per minute.

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During the breathing task for infants, you should:

Cover their mouth and nose & do the breathing exercises Signup and view all the answers

You should ask the patient if He/She is okay before performing CPR.

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Study Notes

CPR Techniques and Guidelines

Use 2 fingers to perform CPR on an infant while they are laying face-up.
For adults and adolescents, call/activate EMS before initiating CPR.
If a child collapses unexpectedly, the first step is to activate EMS immediately.

Key Assessment Protocols

Breathing and pulse checks can be performed simultaneously within 10 seconds to assess responsiveness.
It is deemed necessary to perform CPR on patients who are unconscious and non-responsive.

CPR Acronym and Actions

The C in C.A.B. stands for Circulation, a crucial aspect of CPR.
If the patient's chest does not inflate during rescue breathing, it is important to check their airway for obstructions.

Compressions and Breathing Techniques

Execute 100-120 chest compressions per minute during CPR to maintain blood flow.
For infants, during the breathing task, ensure to cover both their mouth and nose while performing rescue breathing.

Patient Interaction

It's important to ask the patient if they are okay before commencing CPR to determine responsiveness.

Description

Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering essential CPR techniques for infants, children, and adults. Learn the correct steps to take when performing CPR and the importance of activating emergency medical services (EMS). Suitable for beginners and those looking to refresh their CPR skills.