BLS Flashcards
1
Q
One Rescuer BLS steps for adults
A
- Ensure Safety
- Assess Victim (Tap and Shout)
- Looking for signs of breathing
- Call EMS locate AED
- Use AED
2
Q
CPR 10 steps
A
- Feel for carotid pulse (10 seconds)
- If no pulse or unsure begin CPR
- Place heel of hand on lower half of sternum
- Place other hand on top and interlock
- Keeps arms locked and begin pressing down 2 inches
- Let chest completely recoil
- Give 30 compression at a rate of 100 per min
- Open airway by head tilt/chin lift
- Give 1 breath over 1 second 2x
- Return to chest compression
3
Q
How long to preform CPR before checking persons response
A
2 mins