Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the biggest cause of death in Australia?
A
Coronary heart disease
2
Q
What is the distribution in rhythm in cardiac arrest?
A
Shockable 25%, asystole 50%, PEA 25%
3
Q
In what timeframe do you need the defib to be applied?
A
3 minutes
4
Q
What percentage of inpatient cardiac arrest patients survive to go home?
A
20%
