24 Questions
What is the recommended position for an unconscious choking victim?
Lying flat on their back (supine position)
Where should you place the heel of your hand when performing chest compressions?
On the center of the victim's sternum (breastbone)
How should you position your body during chest compressions?
Directly above the victim's chest, with shoulders aligned above your hands
What is the recommended technique for responding to an unconscious choking victim?
The same technique as for cardiac arrest victims
Why should you interlace your fingertips or hold them upwards during chest compressions?
To avoid touching the victim's chest with your fingertips
Where should the victim be positioned during rescue efforts?
On a hard, stable surface, like a floor
How many hand positions are recommended for chest compressions?
Two hands, one on top of the other, on the center of the victim's sternum
What is the recommended rate of chest compressions for adult and child choking victims?
100 to 120 per minute
What is the purpose of moving your hand up about two finger widths on the sternum?
To avoid the 'notch' (xiphoid process) at the bottom of the sternum
What is the proper chest compression depth for adults?
Between 2 and 2.4 inches (5 to 6 cm)
Why is it important to deliver 'fast-n-hard' chest compressions?
To effectively dislodge the foreign body airway obstruction
What should you do after completing the first 30 chest compressions?
Open the victim's airway using the head tilt/chin lift maneuver
Why should you not remove your hands from the victim's chest between compressions?
To keep your hands in the proper position and feel when the chest fully recoils
What should you do if you find material in the victim's mouth after opening their airway?
Use one finger to remove the material
What is the purpose of using the head tilt/chin lift maneuver?
To open the victim's airway
Why is it important to avoid compressions that are too shallow?
They may not effectively dislodge the foreign body airway obstruction
When delivering abdominal thrusts, what is the recommended motion?
Smooth, inward and upward motion
What should you avoid when using an object to deliver abdominal thrusts?
Using a sharp object
What should you do if the victim is unconscious and you suspect a foreign-body airway obstruction?
Attempt to deliver two rescue breaths
When should you start chest compressions in a foreign-body airway obstruction?
If the rescue breaths fail to cause the victim's chest to rise and fall adequately
Why is it important to not touch the lower rib cage with your fist?
To avoid unintentional injury
What is the recommended action after delivering abdominal thrusts?
Check for breathing and pulse
What is the recommended method for a conscious victim of choking?
Abdominal thrusts
What is not a recommended method for relieving a foreign-body airway obstruction?
CPR
Study Notes
Delivering Chest Compressions
- To deliver smooth, straight-down compressions and prevent early rescuer fatigue, position your body on either side of the victim in the area of their upper chest.
- Deliver "fast-n-hard" chest compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 per minute for adult and child choking victims.
- The proper chest compression depth is:
- 2-2.4 inches (5-6 cm) for adults
- 1.5-2 inches (4-5 cm) for children
Avoiding Ineffective Compressions
- Compressions that are too shallow will not effectively dislodge the foreign body.
- Compressions that are administered too deeply can cause rib fractures and damage the victim's heart.
- Do not remove your hands from the victim's chest between compressions to keep your hands in the proper position and feel when the chest fully recoils.
Opening the Airway
- After 30 chest compressions (about 15-17 seconds), open the victim's airway using the head tilt/chin lift maneuver, unless spinal trauma is suspected.
- To open the airway, place one hand on the forehead and the other hand underneath the chin, and gently push down on the forehead while lifting the chin.
- Avoid lifting on the chin too hard, as this can close the mouth or cause unintentional injury.
Removing Expelled Material
- Open the victim's mouth and look for any expelled material before opening their airway.
- If material is present, remove it with one finger.
Unconscious Choking Victims
- Use the same technique for unconscious choking victims as you would for victims of cardiac arrest.
- Position the victim on a hard, stable surface, not a bed or sofa.
- Position your body so that your shoulders are directly above your hands and the victim's chest.
Abdominal Thrusts
- Deliver forceful, yet gentle, inward and upward abdominal thrusts in one smooth, fluid motion until the obstruction is relieved.
- Alternatively, bend over a solid object and repeatedly and forcefully press the object into your abdomen as if it were delivering abdominal thrusts.
Learn the proper techniques for delivering chest compressions during CPR, including rate, depth, and style. Adult, child, and infant guidelines are covered.
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