Hands-Only CPR Basics
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Most people who experience cardiac arrest at home, work, or in a public location die because they don't receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene.

True

How should you check on a person who appears to be in trouble?

Shake or tap them on the shoulder and say 'Are you okay, are you okay?'

What does CPR stand for?

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Hands Only CPR is appropriate for what age groups?

<p>Anyone over the age of 8 (unless they are extremely small)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you don't know your location, 911 can track you by using your cell phone.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Do you give mouth to mouth breaths when doing Hands Only CPR?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is step 1 for Hands Only CPR?

<p>Tap and ask 'Are you okay?' and then call 911</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe where to place your hands when giving Hands-Only CPR:

<p>Place your hands on the sternum in the center of the chest between the nipples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How hard should you push on the chest when giving Hands-Only CPR?

<p>Push hard enough to push the chest in to a depth of about 2 inches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is step 2 for Hands-Only CPR?

<p>Push hard and fast in the center of the chest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should receive Hands-Only CPR?

<p>Teens or adults whom you see suddenly collapse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can Hands-Only CPR be as effective as traditional CPR for teen or adult victims who suddenly collapse and are unresponsive?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate for giving chest compressions during Hands-Only CPR?

<p>100 compressions per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

When performing Hands-Only CPR, what song is recommended you sing in your head to help with the proper rhythm?

<p>Staying Alive</p> Signup and view all the answers

What songs match the rhythm you should keep during Hands-Only CPR?

<p>Staying Alive by the BeeGees and Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many beats per minute when performing Hands Only CPR?

<p>100 beats per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

Only a trained adult can perform Hands-Only CPR.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is this proper technique for chest compression?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you know if your hands are in the right place when giving compressions?

<ol> <li>Do the best you can, 2. Imagine a dotted line between each nipple, 3. Place the hand on top of the other in the center of the chest.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper technique for performing Hands-Only CPR?

<p>Keep shoulders positioned directly above the hands, arms should stay straight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long do you keep performing Hands-Only CPR?

<p>Until an AED arrives, until professional help arrives, or until a friend takes over.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the American Heart Association develop Hands-Only CPR?

<p>Because someone is more likely to give help if they do not have to worry about giving rescue breaths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do BEFORE calling for help and performing Hands-Only CPR on a victim?

<p>Assess the scene and check for signs of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What signs of life do you look for?

<p>Pulse / breathing / chest rising and falling. Look / listen / and feel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the leading cause of death in adults?

<p>Sudden cardiac arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

How effective is CPR and Hands-Only CPR in saving a person's life?

<p>CPR doubles a person's chance for survival from sudden cardiac arrest when started immediately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When you call 911, you need to provide them with important information such as?

<ol> <li>How many victims, 2. What happened (if you know), 3. Your name, 4. Where you are (location).</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Name 2 basic steps to follow when you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse.

<p>Call 911 and begin pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest with minimal interruptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in an initial assessment?

<p>Check: Is the scene safe?</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hands-Only CPR Overview

  • Immediate CPR is crucial; most cardiac arrest victims at home or work die without it.
  • Hands-Only CPR is suitable for anyone over 8 years of age, barring extreme smallness.
  • CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Initial Steps and Techniques

  • Assess the situation by shaking the person and asking, "Are you okay?"
  • Call 911 as the first action when encountering someone in distress.
  • No mouth-to-mouth breaths are given; focus solely on chest compressions.

Chest Compression Guidelines

  • Place hands on the sternum in the center of the chest, ideally between the nipples.
  • Compress the chest to a depth of about 2 inches; push hard and fast, aiming for 100 compressions per minute.
  • Keep arms straight and shoulders directly above hands during compressions.

When and Who to Perform CPR On

  • Perform Hands-Only CPR on teens or adults who suddenly collapse.
  • Continuous compressions are crucial until an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) arrives or professional help takes over.

Useful Rhythm and Timing

  • Maintain a rhythm of 100 beats per minute, matched to songs like "Stayin' Alive" or "Man in the Mirror."
  • Keep performing CPR until assistance arrives or until you are relieved by someone else.
  • Anyone trained can perform Hands-Only CPR; age does not limit the ability to help.
  • Confirm your location when calling 911; mobile phones may not provide precise location data.

Assessing Effectiveness

  • Survival chances double when CPR is initiated immediately after cardiac arrest.
  • Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in adults.
  • Hands-Only CPR is as effective as traditional CPR for unresponsive adults and teens.

Signs and Safety

  • Before administering CPR, ensure the scene is safe and check for signs of life: look for pulse, breathing, and chest movement.
  • Be prepared to provide vital information to emergency services, including the number of victims and the nature of the incident.

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