Chapter 17- Coordination with ALS personnel

Question 1

Why is the time to defibrillation critical?

Answer 1

It is critical to survival after cardiac arrest.

Question 2

What tool does an EMT equipped with an AED have that a patient in VF needs?

Answer 2

An AED.

Question 3

True or False: It is possible to hurt someone in cardiac arrest with an AED.

Answer 3

False.

Question 4

What should an EMT do if an AED is available?

Answer 4

Do not wait for the paramedics to arrive to administer a shock.

Question 5

What happens if you wait to administer a shock to a patient in VF?

Answer 5

It throws away the patient’s best chance for survival.

Question 6

What should you do if the patient is unresponsive and does not have a pulse?

Answer 6

Apply the AED and push the Analyze button quickly.

Question 7

What should be done after recognizing a cardiac arrest?

Answer 7

Notify the ALS personnel as soon as possible.

Question 8

What should you not delay after recognizing a cardiac arrest?

Answer 8

Defibrillation.

Question 9

What should you inform paramedics when they arrive at the scene?

Answer 9

Inform them of your actions to that point.

Question 10

What should you do after informing paramedics of your actions?

Answer 10

Interact with them according to your local protocols.