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What is the immediate priority for a nurse when a client is unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse?
What is the immediate priority for a nurse when a client is unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse?
- Get the crash cart and defibrillator
- Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Try to wake the client with a sternal rub
- Start chest compressions (correct)
What should the nurse do immediately after starting chest compressions?
What should the nurse do immediately after starting chest compressions?
- Try to wake the client with a sternal rub
- Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) (correct)
- Call for additional assistance
- Administer medications
Which action is less of a priority than starting compressions or retrieving equipment for an unresponsive client?
Which action is less of a priority than starting compressions or retrieving equipment for an unresponsive client?
- Try to wake the client with a sternal rub (correct)
- Get the crash cart and defibrillator
- Start chest compressions
- Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG)
What is the role of chest compressions in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?
What is the role of chest compressions in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?
What should the nurse retrieve immediately after starting chest compressions?
What should the nurse retrieve immediately after starting chest compressions?
Flashcards
Start chest compressions
Start chest compressions
Immediately start pushing down on the center of the chest to keep blood flowing to the brain and organs.
Get a 12-lead ECG
Get a 12-lead ECG
The first step after starting chest compressions to help diagnose what's happening.
Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac Arrest
A medical emergency where the heart stops beating and the patient stops breathing.
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
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Crash Cart
Crash Cart
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Study Notes
First Action for Unresponsive Patient
- If a patient is unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse, the immediate priority is cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) by starting chest compressions.
- The nurse manually pumps the heart to maintain blood flow until more advanced interventions can be implemented.
Steps in CPR
- Start chest compressions is the first action.
- Get the crash cart and defibrillator is the second step.
- Obtain a 12-lead electrocardiogram is the third step.
- Try to wake the client with a sternal rub is the last step, and should be done last.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the immediate actions required when dealing with an unresponsive patient. It covers the essential steps of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the proper order of interventions. Test your knowledge on the critical steps and the use of medical equipment in emergency situations.
