CPR Basics Flashcards
1
Q
What is the normal CPR sequence?
A
Compression-Airway clearance-breathing
2
Q
What is good compression rate for CPR?
A
100-120/min
3
Q
What is the necessary compression depth for adults?
Children?
Infants?
A
at least 2 inches (5 cm)
At least 1/3 AP depth (about 2 inches or 5 cm)
At least 1/3 AP depth (about 1.5 inches or 4 cm)
4
Q
How much recoil should happen after chest compressions?
How often should health care providers switch off on compression duty?
A
Allow for full recoil between compressions
every 2 minutes
5
Q
What should the compression to ventilation ratio be for adults?
What about children and infants?
A
30:2 with 1 or 2 providers
30: 2 with one provider
15: 2 with 2 providers
