EMS 1 Flashcards on Cardiac Health

Questions and Answers

Which symptom is not consistent with cardiac-related chest pain?

Drooping face when smiling (correct)

Chest tightness

Shortness of breath

Radiating pain in the arm

Which of these is a controllable risk factor of cardiovascular disease or heart attacks?

Exercise (correct)

Age

Family history

Diet

What is an important practice when removing gloves?

Only touch glove to glove and skin to skin

What is the best, most accurate description for 'agonal respirations'?

An ineffective gasping, gulping type of attempt to breathe that does not look normal Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing you should do when you see a man looking panicked and gagging?

Ask if he is choking to see if he can respond verbally Signup and view all the answers

What signs or symptoms would indicate that a victim requires rescue breathing?

The patient is not breathing normally and does not have a palpable pulse Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when the patient is not breathing normally and has a carotid pulse?

Provide rescue breathing Signup and view all the answers

What is the most correct statement about using a bag valve mask?

Use the C-E method to draw the chin up into the mask to get a good seal Signup and view all the answers

How might a rescuer recognize that a victim is experiencing a traumatic arterial bleed?

Bright red, pulsating or spurting blood, coming from an uncovered wound Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct location and hand placement to perform abdominal thrusts on a conscious choking child or adult?

Place the thumb side of the fist just above the navel but below the ribs Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper procedure for delivering rescue breaths to an 8-year-old child?

Give 2 rescue breaths every 5 seconds for two minutes and then reassess for a pulse Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of steps to follow to give CPR?

Check pulse, call 911, check pulse again, begin compression Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely cause of increased heart rate with pale, cool, and slightly moist skin in a patient with a severe cut?

Shock Signup and view all the answers

In a 2-rescuer CPR on an adult, what should happen after about 2 minutes of compressions?

The second rescuer should give 2 breaths and then take over compression Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to eliminate the fear of blood-borne disease transmission when helping a victim?

Use personal protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you see an infant gagging next to plastic beads?

Give 5 back slaps followed by 5 chest thrusts Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper depth for compression when providing CPR on a 6-year-old child?

1/3 the depth of the child's chest Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate ratio of compression to rescue breaths for 1-rescuer infant CPR?

30 compressions to 2 rescue breaths Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred method to give compression for 2-rescuer infant CPR?

Use 2 fingers in the center of the chest Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after giving 30 compressions on an unconscious choking adult?

Open the airway and check for an object Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cardiac Symptoms

Drooping face when smiling is not associated with cardiac-related chest pain.
Controllable risk factors for cardiovascular disease include regular exercise.

Emergency Response

When removing gloves, touch only glove to glove and skin to skin to prevent contamination.
Recognize agonal respirations as ineffective gasping attempts that are abnormal in appearance.

Choking Response

In a choking situation, first ask the person if they are choking to gauge their ability to respond verbally.
Signs of a victim needing rescue breathing include abnormal breathing patterns and absence of normal respiratory activity.

CPR Techniques

For bag valve mask use, apply the C-E method to lift the chin and create a proper seal.
Traumatic arterial bleeding is identified by bright red, pulsating blood from an uncovered wound.
To perform abdominal thrusts on a conscious choking adult or child, position the fist above the navel but below the ribs.

Pediatric CPR

Administer rescue breaths to an 8-year-old child at a rate of 2 breaths every 5 seconds for two minutes before reassessing for a pulse.
The sequence for CPR includes checking the pulse, calling 911, checking the pulse again, and starting compressions.
An increased heart rate with pale, cool, and moist skin in a patient indicates shock.

Two-rescuer CPR

In 2-rescuer CPR, after 2 minutes of compression, switch roles and have the second rescuer perform 2 breaths before resuming compressions.

Safety Precautions

To minimize fear of bloodborne disease transmission, always use personal protective equipment (PPE).
For an infant gagging and conscious, perform 5 back slaps followed by 5 chest thrusts.

Compression Guidelines

When providing CPR on a 6-year-old child, compress to a depth of 1/3 the child's chest.
The correct compression to rescue breath ratio for 1-rescuer CPR on an infant is 30 compressions to 2 breaths.
For 2-rescuer infant CPR, use 2 fingers placed in the center of the chest for compressions.

Airway Management

After performing 30 compressions on an unconscious choking adult, immediately open the airway and check for any obstructions.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards focused on cardiac health symptoms, risk factors, and emergency practices. Each question challenges your understanding of cardiovascular disease and essential medical procedures. Perfect for EMS students and professionals.