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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:

Pulse

Airway (correct)

No more than 120 chest compressions should be performed on the patient per minute.

True

You should still perform CPR on a patient when EMS arrives.

False Signup and view all the answers

For adults, you should never:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

When a patient is unconscious and non-responsive, CPR should be performed.

True Signup and view all the answers

If you witness a child collapse, you should:

Activate EMS Signup and view all the answers

An AED can be used on an infant.

True Signup and view all the answers

Hypothermia is when a patient is extremely:

Cold Signup and view all the answers

When performing CPR on an infant, you should use:

2 fingers Signup and view all the answers

CPR consists of which of the following components?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

When beginning CPR, start with:

Chest compressions Signup and view all the answers

Single rescuers should use a compression-to-ventilation ratio of:

30 compressions to 2 breaths Signup and view all the answers

At what rate should chest compressions occur?

100 to 120/min Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct chest compression depth for an adult?

At least 2 inches Signup and view all the answers

After each compression, you should:

Allow complete chest recoil Signup and view all the answers

Interruptions in chest compressions should be limited to:

Less than 10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

When multiple rescuers are present, rescuers should switch compressors how often?

Every 5 cycles Signup and view all the answers

What method should be used to open the airway of a victim with a suspected head or neck injury?

Jaw thrust Signup and view all the answers

After an AED has been used, CPR is no longer necessary.

False Signup and view all the answers

The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Course is designed for:

Any healthcare providers that direct or participate in cardiovascular emergencies Signup and view all the answers

When communicating with team members, the team leader communicates by taking these steps, what type of communication do these steps represent?

Closed-Loop Communication Signup and view all the answers

The CABs of CPR are:

Circulation/Compressions, Airway and Breathing Signup and view all the answers

Children's CPR is given to:

Anyone who's weight is less than 60 lb Signup and view all the answers

When checking for circulation/pulse, you should locate:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

A normal respiratory rate for an adult is while a normal respiratory rate for a newborn is .

12 to 20 and 30 to 60 Signup and view all the answers

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:

Simultaneously check for a pulse and breathing. Signup and view all the answers

If manually ventilating a patient, you should squeeze the bag every seconds for an adult and every seconds for a child.

5 to 6, 3 to 5 Signup and view all the answers

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?

Reposition the head and make sure you have a tight seal with the mask. Signup and view all the answers

The lungs are made up of how many lobes?

5 Signup and view all the answers

CPR sequence includes:

All the above Signup and view all the answers

ROSC stands for what?

Return of spontaneous circulation Signup and view all the answers

Positive neurological function means what?

A brain that works Signup and view all the answers

Our goal at the scene of a cardiac arrest is to achieve what?

ROSC and Positive neurological function Signup and view all the answers

Adult chain of survival?

<ol> <li>Early activation (call 911), 2. Early CPR, 3. Early AED, 4. Early ALS, 5. Early Post cardiac care</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

ALS stands for what?

Advanced life support Signup and view all the answers

High quality CPR consists of?

Rate of 100 to 120, Proper depth 2-2.4 inch, Recoil, Avoid hyperventilation, Minimize interruptions Signup and view all the answers

Compressions should be started within how many seconds after determining the patient has no pulse?

5-10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

Complete chest recoil allows for what?

Refill of the heart Signup and view all the answers

Switch chest compressors how often?

Every 2 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Minimize interruptions to less than what?

10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

When compressions are performed too fast, this will prevent ____ which in turn will decrease .

Recoil, blood flow Signup and view all the answers

Chest compression depth decreases when compression rates _______.

Increase Signup and view all the answers

Doing compressions too slowly fails to generate _______.

Pressure Signup and view all the answers

Seeing chest rise and fall tells us that ________.

The airway is open Signup and view all the answers

According to the AHA we should use ______ people when we use a BVM.

2 Signup and view all the answers

What should you NOT do to a patient?

Hyperventilate Signup and view all the answers

How do you know you are effectively ventilating the patient?

Chest will rise and fall Signup and view all the answers

Ventilations with an advanced airway means?

A tube in the trachea Signup and view all the answers

With an advanced airway, it is 1 breath every ___ seconds.

6 Signup and view all the answers

Asynchronous with chest compressions means?

Continuous chest compressions Signup and view all the answers

Each breath should take _____ second.

1 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign of labored breathing?

An infant with a respiratory rate of 12 breaths per minute Signup and view all the answers

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:

Suction the patient immediately Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be the most appropriate choice for positioning an unresponsive patient with suspected trauma?

Jaw thrust technique Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a true statement?

The oropharyngeal airway is a better choice for a patient who is having seizures Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred method of ventilation in the field for a patient who is not able to breathe on his own?

Mouth-to-mask ventilation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be considered an indicator of adequate ventilation?

The patient is being ventilated a minimum of 12 times per minute Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be most important when attempting to ventilate a patient with facial trauma?

Have a suctioning device close by in case significant blood or vomit needs to be suctioned out of the airway Signup and view all the answers

Pediatric Chain of Survival consists of:

All the above Signup and view all the answers

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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Questions and Answers

What is the correct word for C in C.A.B.?

If the patient's chest is not inflating during the breathing task, you should check the patient's:

No more than 120 chest compressions should be performed on the patient per minute.

You should still perform CPR on a patient when EMS arrives.

For adults, you should never:

When a patient is unconscious and non-responsive, CPR should be performed.

If you witness a child collapse, you should:

An AED can be used on an infant.

Hypothermia is when a patient is extremely:

When performing CPR on an infant, you should use:

CPR consists of which of the following components?

When beginning CPR, start with:

Single rescuers should use a compression-to-ventilation ratio of:

At what rate should chest compressions occur?

What is the correct chest compression depth for an adult?

After each compression, you should:

Interruptions in chest compressions should be limited to:

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?

After an AED has been used, CPR is no longer necessary.

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?

The CABs of CPR are:

Children's CPR is given to:

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 ____.

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.

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?

CPR sequence includes:

ROSC stands for what?

Positive neurological function means what?

Our goal at the scene of a cardiac arrest is to achieve what?

Adult chain of survival?

ALS stands for what?

High quality CPR consists of?

Compressions should be started within how many seconds after determining the patient has no pulse?

Complete chest recoil allows for what?

Switch chest compressors how often?

Minimize interruptions to less than what?

When compressions are performed too fast, this will prevent ________ which in turn will decrease ____.

Chest compression depth decreases when compression rates _______.

Doing compressions too slowly fails to generate _______.

Seeing chest rise and fall tells us that ________.

According to the AHA we should use ______ people when we use a BVM.

What should you NOT do to a patient?

How do you know you are effectively ventilating the patient?

Ventilations with an advanced airway means?

With an advanced airway, it is 1 breath every ___ seconds.

Asynchronous with chest compressions means?

Each breath should take _____ second.

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:

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?

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 most important when attempting to ventilate a patient with facial trauma?

Pediatric Chain of Survival consists of:

Study Notes

CPR Basics

CPR Technique & Guidelines

Use of AED

Respiratory Distress & Ventilation

Pediatric Considerations

Communication & Team Dynamics

Emergency Response

Advanced Techniques

Assessment & Monitoring

Definitions

Key Exclusions

Studying That Suits You

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