30 Questions
What is the primary purpose of CPR in cardiac arrest?
To maintain victim's breathing and circulation until emergency aid arrives
What is the most common heart-related cause of cardiac arrest?
Acute myocardial infarction
What is the primary goal of chest compressions in CPR?
To maintain circulatory flow and oxygenation
What is the term used to describe the sequence of techniques used to sustain life in the absence of spontaneous breathing and heartbeats?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What is NOT a contraindication for CPR?
The person is unconscious
When should CPR be performed?
Immediately on any person who has become unconscious and is found to be in cardiac arrest
What is the purpose of a cardiac defibrillator?
To provide an electrical shock to the heart
What is NOT a sign of cardiac arrest?
Sweating
What is the term 'R' in CPR an acronym for?
Resuscitation
What is a non-heart-related cause of cardiac arrest?
Electrocution
What is the term used to describe the combination of chest compressions and artificial ventilation in CPR?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What should be worn during CPR in a hospital setting?
Gloves, gown, and mask
What is the primary purpose of feeling the carotid pulse during CPR?
To verify the presence of circulation
Why is it essential to perform chest compressions on a hard surface?
To allow for proper hand positioning
What is the correct ratio of chest compressions to breaths for a lone rescuer?
30:2
When can a rescuer stop performing CPR?
When the patient regains a pulse
What is a common complication of CPR in children?
Gastric distension
How long should a rescuer continue CPR if the victim's heart stops beating?
For a maximum of 30 minutes
What is the primary purpose of ensuring a tight seal between the mask and the patient's mouth during bag-valve-mask ventilation?
To allow for more efficient ventilation of the patient's lungs
What is the consequence of giving breaths too quickly or too forcefully during mouth-to-mouth ventilation?
Gastric inflation
What is the significance of checking the bag, valve, or mask for leakages during bag-valve-mask ventilation?
To optimize the effectiveness of the ventilation technique
What is the indication of an inadequate mouth seal or airway occlusion during mouth-to-mouth ventilation?
The patient's chest does not rise with each breath
How long should each breath be given during mouth-to-mouth ventilation?
Approximately 1 second
What is the sequence of techniques used during CPR after 30 chest compressions?
30 chest compressions, followed by two breaths
What is the primary reason to start CPR immediately?
To prevent irreversible brain damage from anoxia
What is the correct sequence of actions during CPR?
Check responsiveness, call for help, check for pulse
What is the primary goal of the 'A' stage in resuscitation?
To ensure open airway by preventing the falling back of tongue
How long should you check for breathing during CPR?
10 seconds
What should you do if the victim is breathing?
Place in recovery position
What is the purpose of pinching the nose during rescue breaths?
To prevent air from escaping through the nose
Learn about CPR, a lifesaving technique that combines chest compressions and artificial ventilation to sustain life in the absence of breathing and heartbeat.
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