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What is the correct word for C in C.A.B.?
What is the correct word for C in C.A.B.?
- Cerebral Vascular
- Cardiopulmonary
- Cardiac Arrest
- Circulation (Compressions) (correct)
If the patient's chest is not inflating during the breathing task, you should check the patient's:
If the patient's chest is not inflating during the breathing task, you should check the patient's:
- Pulse
- Airway (correct)
No more than 120 chest compressions should be performed on the patient per minute.
No more than 120 chest compressions should be performed on the patient per minute.
True (A)
You should still perform CPR on a patient when EMS arrives.
You should still perform CPR on a patient when EMS arrives.
For adults, you should never:
For adults, you should never:
When a patient is unconscious and non-responsive, CPR should be performed.
When a patient is unconscious and non-responsive, CPR should be performed.
If you witness a child collapse, you should:
If you witness a child collapse, you should:
An AED can be used on an infant.
An AED can be used on an infant.
Hypothermia is when a patient is extremely:
Hypothermia is when a patient is extremely:
When performing CPR on an infant, you should use:
When performing CPR on an infant, you should use:
CPR consists of which of the following components?
CPR consists of which of the following components?
When beginning CPR, start with:
When beginning CPR, start with:
Single rescuers should use a compression-to-ventilation ratio of:
Single rescuers should use a compression-to-ventilation ratio of:
At what rate should chest compressions occur?
At what rate should chest compressions occur?
What is the correct chest compression depth for an adult?
What is the correct chest compression depth for an adult?
After each compression, you should:
After each compression, you should:
Interruptions in chest compressions should be limited to:
Interruptions in chest compressions should be limited to:
When multiple rescuers are present, rescuers should switch compressors how often?
When multiple rescuers are present, rescuers should switch compressors how often?
What method should be used to open the airway of a victim with a suspected head or neck injury?
What method should be used to open the airway of a victim with a suspected head or neck injury?
After an AED has been used, CPR is no longer necessary.
After an AED has been used, CPR is no longer necessary.
The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Course is designed for:
The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Course is designed for:
When communicating with team members, the team leader communicates by taking these steps, what type of communication do these steps represent?
When communicating with team members, the team leader communicates by taking these steps, what type of communication do these steps represent?
The CABs of CPR are:
The CABs of CPR are:
Children's CPR is given to:
Children's CPR is given to:
When checking for circulation/pulse, you should locate:
When checking for circulation/pulse, you should locate:
A normal respiratory rate for an adult is ____ while a normal respiratory rate for a newborn is ____.
A normal respiratory rate for an adult is ____ while a normal respiratory rate for a newborn is ____.
You're called to a home and find an unresponsive male. Family members said he 'passed out.' You assess the scene to be safe. The next thing you should do is:
You're called to a home and find an unresponsive male. Family members said he 'passed out.' You assess the scene to be safe. The next thing you should do is:
If manually ventilating a patient, you should squeeze the bag every ____ seconds for an adult and every ____ seconds for a child.
If manually ventilating a patient, you should squeeze the bag every ____ seconds for an adult and every ____ seconds for a child.
You are manually ventilating a patient using a bag valve mask (BVM). The patient is connected to a pulse oximetry and the oxygen saturation reading is 80. You do not see the chest rise. What steps can you take?
You are manually ventilating a patient using a bag valve mask (BVM). The patient is connected to a pulse oximetry and the oxygen saturation reading is 80. You do not see the chest rise. What steps can you take?
The lungs are made up of how many lobes?
The lungs are made up of how many lobes?
CPR sequence includes:
CPR sequence includes:
ROSC stands for what?
ROSC stands for what?
Positive neurological function means what?
Positive neurological function means what?
Our goal at the scene of a cardiac arrest is to achieve what?
Our goal at the scene of a cardiac arrest is to achieve what?
Adult chain of survival?
Adult chain of survival?
ALS stands for what?
ALS stands for what?
High quality CPR consists of?
High quality CPR consists of?
Compressions should be started within how many seconds after determining the patient has no pulse?
Compressions should be started within how many seconds after determining the patient has no pulse?
Complete chest recoil allows for what?
Complete chest recoil allows for what?
Switch chest compressors how often?
Switch chest compressors how often?
Minimize interruptions to less than what?
Minimize interruptions to less than what?
When compressions are performed too fast, this will prevent ________ which in turn will decrease ____.
When compressions are performed too fast, this will prevent ________ which in turn will decrease ____.
Chest compression depth decreases when compression rates _______.
Chest compression depth decreases when compression rates _______.
Doing compressions too slowly fails to generate _______.
Doing compressions too slowly fails to generate _______.
Seeing chest rise and fall tells us that ________.
Seeing chest rise and fall tells us that ________.
According to the AHA we should use ______ people when we use a BVM.
According to the AHA we should use ______ people when we use a BVM.
What should you NOT do to a patient?
What should you NOT do to a patient?
How do you know you are effectively ventilating the patient?
How do you know you are effectively ventilating the patient?
Ventilations with an advanced airway means?
Ventilations with an advanced airway means?
With an advanced airway, it is 1 breath every ___ seconds.
With an advanced airway, it is 1 breath every ___ seconds.
Asynchronous with chest compressions means?
Asynchronous with chest compressions means?
Each breath should take _____ second.
Each breath should take _____ second.
Which of the following is NOT a sign of labored breathing?
Which of the following is NOT a sign of labored breathing?
You come across a scene where the patient appears to be in respiratory distress and is making a gurgling noise. You immediately know that you need to:
You come across a scene where the patient appears to be in respiratory distress and is making a gurgling noise. You immediately know that you need to:
Which of the following would be the most appropriate choice for positioning an unresponsive patient with suspected trauma?
Which of the following would be the most appropriate choice for positioning an unresponsive patient with suspected trauma?
Which of the following is NOT a true statement?
Which of the following is NOT a true statement?
What is the preferred method of ventilation in the field for a patient who is not able to breathe on his own?
What is the preferred method of ventilation in the field for a patient who is not able to breathe on his own?
Which of the following would be considered an indicator of adequate ventilation?
Which of the following would be considered an indicator of adequate ventilation?
Which of the following would be most important when attempting to ventilate a patient with facial trauma?
Which of the following would be most important when attempting to ventilate a patient with facial trauma?
Pediatric Chain of Survival consists of:
Pediatric Chain of Survival consists of:
Study Notes
CPR Basics
- C.A.B. stands for Circulation (compressions), Airway, and Breathing.
- Chest compressions should never exceed 120 per minute; standard rate is 100 to 120 compressions per minute.
- Proper chest compression depth for adults is at least 2 inches.
- Allow complete chest recoil after each compression to ensure heart refill.
CPR Technique & Guidelines
- CPR should be performed on any unconscious and non-responsive patient.
- For infants, use 2 fingers for chest compressions; adults should use two hands.
- The first step when CPR starts is to initiate chest compressions, not rescue breaths.
- In single rescuer scenarios, the compression-to-ventilation ratio is 30:2.
Use of AED
- AEDs can be safely used on infants and children.
- After an AED is applied, CPR may still be necessary if no pulse is detected.
Respiratory Distress & Ventilation
- A normal respiratory rate for adults is 12 to 20 breaths per minute, while it's 30 to 60 for newborns.
- When manual ventilation is required, squeeze the bag every 5 to 6 seconds for adults and every 3 to 5 seconds for children.
- If chest rise is not observed while using a BVM, reposition the head and ensure seal tightness.
Pediatric Considerations
- Children's CPR is applicable to individuals weighing less than 60 pounds.
- Pediatric chain of survival emphasizes prevention, early activation of emergency services, early CPR, early advanced life support, and integrated post-care.
Communication & Team Dynamics
- Closed-loop communication is crucial in a team setting: the leader issues a task, confirms understanding, and listens for feedback.
- Rescuers should alternate compression responsibilities every 5 cycles (about 2 minutes).
Emergency Response
- In an emergency, assess for breathing and pulse simultaneously upon arriving at the scene.
- High-quality CPR minimizes interruptions to less than 10 seconds to maintain blood flow.
Advanced Techniques
- An advanced airway allows for ventilation without interrupting chest compressions, with a recommended rate of 1 breath every 6 seconds.
- Always use two rescuers when applying a BVM to improve effectiveness.
Assessment & Monitoring
- Signs of effective ventilation include visible chest rise and a minimum of 12 ventilations per minute.
- In cases of significant facial trauma, keep a suction device available and consider alternative methods for airway management.
Definitions
- ROSC stands for Return of Spontaneous Circulation, crucial in the recovery of cardiac arrest patients.
- Positive neurological function indicates effective brain activity following CPR.
Key Exclusions
- Do not hyperventilate patients, as it can lead to complications, and avoid using head-tilt maneuvers on suspected neck or head injuries, instead use the jaw thrust technique.
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