BLS Flashcards
What are the four steps of the Chain of Survival ?
Early recognition and call for help (to prevent cardiac arrest) or immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and call for help
Early CPR
Early defibrillation
Post resuscitation care
What is the correct depth for compressions ?
5-6 cm
What is the correct amount of compressions per minute ?
100-120
Where is the correct hand position ?
In the middle of the lower half of the sternum
How long should you blow in ventilations ?
1 second
When should you stop ?
Qualified help arrives, victim shows signs of regaining consciousness (coughing, speaking, opening eyes) AND starts to breath normally, you become exhausted
What is the success rate for bystander CPR ?
10.5%
What is the percentage of oxygen in a) Air b) Expired Air ?
a) 21% b) 16%
What examples of are signs of life ?
Breathing and pulse.
Why should no one touch the victim while the AED is analysing rhythm ?
Because someone else’s heart rhythm may interfere with victim’s.
Where should the AED pads be placed ?
One to the right of the sternum, below the clavicle. The other one in the left mid-axillary line (clear of any breast tissue)
