CPR Flashcards
0
Q
When cardiac arrest occurs the use of CPR can help support what?
A
A small amount of blood flow to the heart and brain to buy time until normal heart function is restored
1
Q
What is CPR?
A
A combination of rescue breathing and chest compressions delivered to victims though to be in cardiac arrest
2
Q
What does the C/A/B stand for?
A
Circulation
Airway
Breathing
3
Q
On what step of CPR do you do compressions
A
Circulation
4
Q
Rescuers should be certified by one if what two organizations
A
American Red Cross
American heart association
5
Q
What is the key to survival for victims of cardiac arrest?
A
Prompt recognition of the arrest and immediate activation of the emergency response system
6
Q
What are the steps of the survival chain
A
Recognition/activation of CPR Chest compressions Aed/ defib Rapid defib Effective advanced life support Integrated post cardiac arrest care
