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A middle-aged man is unresponsive, not breathing normally, and has no carotid pulse. This condition is most likely caused by and treated with:
What should you do for a 23-year-old female found unresponsive but breathing normally?
Place her in the side-lying recovery position.
What is your next step for an unresponsive 54-year-old man who is not breathing normally?
Immediately provide CPR.
If a person is unresponsive, gasping, but has a carotid pulse, what is the determined problem?
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What should you do after performing CPR on a 9-year-old child for about 4 minutes when an AED arrives?
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What should you do for a 17-year-old boy found unresponsive with occasional gasps?
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What should you do if the AED indicates a shock is advised for a cardiac arrest victim?
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What should you do after delivering a shock with an AED?
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When two or more providers are performing CPR on an infant, what is the compression to ventilation ratio?
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What should you do to assess for normal breathing in an unresponsive 47-year-old man?
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What should you do if an older woman is choking and nods yes to your question?
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What should you do next if an adult man collapses while you are performing abdominal thrusts on him?
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Sudden cardiac arrest in an adult is most likely caused by ________ and requires ________.
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What should two providers do to prevent fatigue during CPR?
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What do you need to do if you find an 11-year-old child who is unresponsive and has stopped moving?
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What is the next step when an AED's voice instructions begin after turning it on?
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What should you do for a woman who suddenly collapses at a grocery store and is unresponsive?
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When providing CPR on a child or infant: ________.
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What is the recommended approach to deliver rescue breaths during CPR?
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What should you do while waiting for EMS to arrive if you are attending to someone who is unresponsive, not breathing normally, and pulseless?
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Study Notes
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Most common cause of collapse in adults; typically indicated by unresponsiveness and absence of a pulse.
- Immediate response includes CPR and defibrillation.
Recovery Position
- For unresponsive individuals with normal breathing and pulse, place them in the side-lying recovery position to ensure airway protection.
CPR Initiation
- If a person is found unresponsive, not breathing normally, and has no pulse, begin CPR immediately; this is critical for survival.
Respiratory Arrest
- Recognized when an unresponsive person exhibits gasping but has a pulse; immediate care is needed for breathing support.
AED Usage
- After 4 minutes of CPR on a child, attach the AED as soon as it arrives and follow its verbal instructions carefully.
Starting CPR for Uncertainty
- If unsure about the presence of a pulse in an unresponsive individual, initiate CPR immediately, using a 30:2 compression to ventilation ratio.
Delivering AED Shock
- If an AED indicates a shock is advised, ensure everyone is clear of the patient and deliver the shock without hesitation.
Post-Shock Protocol
- After administering a shock with AED, promptly resume CPR and adhere to any additional AED instructions.
Infant CPR
- When two responders care for an infant, utilize a compression to ventilation ratio of 15:2, employing an encircling technique with thumbs for compressions.
Assessing Normal Breathing
- To check for normal breathing in an unresponsive adult, observe the face and chest simultaneously for signs of respiratory activity.
Choking Responses
- For a conscious individual who appears to be choking, confirm the situation and prepare to provide assistance appropriately.
CPR Following Collapse
- In case of a choking adult who collapses, perform CPR and check for obstructive objects in the mouth before administering rescue breaths.
Ventricular Fibrillation
- Sudden cardiac arrest in adults is often due to ventricular fibrillation; immediate defibrillation is necessary.
CPR Provider Strategy
- To sustain effective chest compressions during CPR, providers should switch roles every 2 minutes to prevent fatigue and maintain quality.
Activation of EMS
- If you encounter an unresponsive child following a choking scenario, direct a friend to activate EMS and fetch an AED while starting CPR.
AED Preparation
- During CPR on an adult, when an AED arrives, first remove or tear away clothing to expose the chest and apply the pads correctly.
Checking Breathing and Pulse
- In an emergency where a person is unresponsive, simultaneous checking of breathing and pulse is necessary to determine the next steps.
Rescue Breaths for Family
- When performing CPR on a relative, utilize a CPR mask with a one-way valve for effective and safe rescue breaths.
Ongoing Care for Unresponsive Individuals
- Continuously assess and provide care for unresponsive, not breathing, and pulseless individuals while awaiting EMS assistance.
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