4R's of CPR

Question 1

List and describe the 4 R’s of CPR.

Answer 1

Risk:The Factors that predispose a person to heart problems or stroke.
Recognize:How to recognize an emergency.
React:What to do in an emergency situation.
Resuscitate:How to do CPR or help with choking.

Question 2

A risk factor is ______________________.

Answer 2

something that increases that chance of a heart attack or stroke.

Question 3

Name two risk factors you can’t do much about.

Answer 3

1. Age

2. Genetics

Question 4

Name seven risk factors that you can control.

Answer 4

1. Smoking
2. Obesity
3. High Cholesterol
4. Lack of exercise
5. High blood pressure
6. Stress
7. Diabetes

Question 5

Signals of a heart attack.

Answer 5

Pain
Pale skin
Puffing
Pooped/Tired
Puking/Nausea

Question 6

Signs of a stroke-B.E.F.A.S.T.

Answer 6

Balance/Headache
Eyes-Blurry Vision
Face-Half melted
Arms-One is paralyzed
Speech-Slurred 
Time-Time to respond

Question 7

What should you do if you suspect someone might be having a heart attack or stroke?

Answer 7

Check for hazards and call 911.

Question 8

While waiting for the ambulance what are some things you can do to make a person more comfortable?

Answer 8

PLT
Position the person in a comfortable place(Sitting or lying down).
Loosen tight clothes.
Talk to and reassure the person.

Question 9

What should you do until the ambulance gets there and what information about the person should you give the paramedics when they arrive?

Answer 9

1. Be visible, move obstructions.
2. Collect medications.
3. Ask for allergies.

Question 10

Resuscitate.

Answer 10

30 Compressions.
Open airway.
2 Breaths.
Defibrillation with AED.