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1. ALS Intro Flashcards

1
Q

What is the biggest cause of death in the UK?

A

Coronary Heart Disease

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What is % survival to discharge from hospital for out of hospital cardiac arrest?

A

8%

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What is % survival to discharge from hospital for in hospital cardiac arrest?

A

18%

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4
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What is the rate at which bystanders perform CPR?

A

Approx 40%

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Defibrillation within what time frame can produce survival rates of 50-70%?

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Within 3-5 minutes

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6
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What are 4 reversible Hs?

A

Hypoxia
Hypovolaemia
Hypo/Hyperkalaemia
Hypothermia

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What are the 4 reversible Ts?

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Thrombosis (coronary or pulmonary)
Tension pneumothorax
Tamponade
Toxins

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