Basic Life Support Flashcards
What does D stand for in CPR?
D stands for Danger.
What does R stand for in CPR?
R stands for Responsiveness.
What does C stand for in CPR?
C stands for Circulation.
What does A stand for in CPR?
A stands for Airway.
What does B stand for in CPR?
B stands for Breathing.
What should you beware of in environmental dangers during CPR?
Beware of traffic, electricity, water, gas, corrosive chemicals, and infections.
What is the first step in adult resuscitation when a victim is unresponsive?
Activate the emergency response team and get an AED.
In CPR, where should the heel of the hand be positioned for chest compressions?
The heel should be positioned in the middle of the chest, lower half of the sternum.
What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in adults?
Chest compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep.
What is the compression rate per minute in adult CPR?
The compression rate should be 100 compressions per minute.
Why are effective chest compressions critical during CPR?
Effective chest compressions can only achieve about 30% of normal cardiac output.
What technique is used to open the airway in CPR?
The airway is opened using the head-tilt and chin-lift or jaw thrust techniques.
How do you perform a head-tilt and chin-lift?
Place one hand on the forehead to tilt the head back and lift the chin with the other hand.
When is the jaw thrust technique indicated in CPR?
The jaw thrust is indicated when a cervical spine injury is suspected.
How should you deliver rescue breaths in CPR?
Deliver each breath over 1 second, sufficient to make the chest rise.
What are the advantages of using a pocket mask for rescue breathing?
A pocket mask avoids direct contact, decreases cross-infection, and allows oxygen enrichment.
What is the chest compression to breath ratio in one-person CPR?
The ratio is 30 compressions to 2 breaths.
When should you go for help immediately in CPR?
Go for help immediately if there is more than one rescuer.
How should CPR be adapted for pregnant women?
Perform high-quality chest compressions and use an AED as you would for any other victim.
What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in children?
The most common cause is asphyxia due to respiratory problems.
How should you recognise cardiac arrest in a paediatric patient?
Recognize cardiac arrest if the patient is unresponsive and not breathing normally.
Where should chest compressions be performed on an infant during CPR?
In infants, perform compressions one finger’s breadth below the inter-nipple line.
What is the recommended compression depth for children?
The compression depth should be one-third of the chest circumference.
What is the two-finger chest compression technique used for?
The two-finger technique is used by one rescuer in infants.
