CPR Flashcards
1
Q
CPR rules
A
check unresponsiveness
call 911 or rapid response
gather AED or defibrillator BEFORE starting CPR
check carotid for 5-10 secs
if carotid is absent start compression
at least 100 compression per min and depth of compression should be at least 2 inches
maintain airway
ventilate with rescue breaths of 10-12 breaths/min
30 compressions to every 2 breaths
2
Q
when help arrives
A
place board under patient if not on a firm surface
clear space of unnecessary personnel and equipment
do NOT stop compressions while AED is being set up
apply pads to chest then press “on” button
if vfib or pulseless vtach: priority is to defib
resume CPR after defib
