CPR Flashcards
0
Q
When is CPR used?
A
When a victim is thought to be in cardiac arrest.
1
Q
What does CPR stand for?
A
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
2
Q
What is the combination that makes up CPR?
A
30 chest compressions and 2 breaths
3
Q
What are the steps in CPR.
A
C-circulation
A-airway
B-breathing
4
Q
Current CPR procedures are published by:
A
American Heart Association and the American Red Cross
5
Q
How many steps are in the survival chain?
A
Six
6
Q
What are the steps in the survival chain?
A
- recognition/activation of CPR
- Chest compressions
- AED/defibrillator
- rapid defibrillation
- effective advanced life support (EMT/ambulance)
- integrated post-cardiac arrest care
