30 Questions
What is arteriosclerosis?
A condition where arteries become hardened and narrowed
Which of the following is an example of a cardiovascular disease?
Congenital heart disease
What does peripheral arterial disease primarily affect?
Extremities, especially the legs
Coronary heart disease results from arteriosclerosis in which arteries?
Coronary arteries
What emergency conditions are significantly increased by CVD?
Cerebrovascular accident and myocardial infarction
What happens as cholesterol and plaque build up inside arteries?
Arteries become narrower
What is the term used to describe significantly reduced blood flow to the heart muscle?
Acute myocardial ischemia
Which condition may result in angina pectoris or myocardial infarction?
Acute myocardial ischemia
What can arteriosclerosis go undetected for many years?
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle
Which term is used to describe intermittent chest pain or pressure in patients with coronary heart disease?
Angina pectoris
What does angina pectoris result from?
Insufficient oxygen supply to the heart
Which of the following is NOT a sign of cardiac arrest?
Wheezing
What is a common cause of cardiac emergencies in infants and children according to the text?
Poisoning
What is the characteristic duration of pain associated with angina?
Less than 10 minutes
How can you confirm whether a patient is in cardiac arrest according to the text?
Assessing the patient's respiration and pulse
Which condition is referred to as fibrillation according to the text?
Extreme arrhythmia preventing blood circulation
What is the surest sign of cardiac arrest based on the text?
Absence of a pulse
What are some common causes of cardiac emergencies in infants and children mentioned in the text?
Airway obstructions
What is the recommended position when performing chest compressions on an infant for CPR?
Kneeling facing the chest
Why is it advisable to avoid rocking back and forth while performing chest compressions?
Rocking back and forth results in less effective compressions
When should you consider performing chest compressions with one hand only?
When alone and for smaller patients
Why is it important to lock your elbows and press straight down onto the patient’s sternum during CPR?
To ensure proper alignment and depth of compressions
In which method is compressing the chest with less effort mentioned in the text?
Two-finger compression method
What should you avoid doing if you are on your knees when performing chest compressions?
Avoid resting on your legs
When should a defibrillator be used for a patient experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest?
When the patient is in shockable heart rhythm like VT or VF.
What should one responder do while the second responder prepares the defibrillator during a cardiac arrest?
Begin CPR on the patient.
What type of pads should be selected for a child when using a defibrillator?
Pediatric pads
When is defibrillation not indicated?
For neonates (0 to 28 days old).
What should be done if the patient has a large quantity of chest hair during defibrillator use?
Shave the areas where the pads will be affixed.
Why is it important to be familiar with all the details of how your defibrillator works?
To ensure effective use during emergencies.
Test your knowledge on the signs of cardiac arrest in infants and children. Learn about common causes of cardiac emergencies in young individuals and how to recognize the symptoms of a cardiac arrest.
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