Primary Care (CPR) Definitions And Background Information Flashcards
1
Q
What does CPR stands for?
A
Cardio - heart
Pulmonary - lungs
Resuscitation - revive unconsciousness
2
Q
How does CPR work?
A
Chest compressions force blood from the heart through the arteries and deliver oxygen-rich blood to vital organs.
3
Q
What does unresponsive mean?
A
No signs of movement and doesn’t respond to stimulation such as a tap or loud talking.
4
Q
What does not breathing normally mean?
A
An unresponsive person taking gasping breaths.
5
Q
What are 10 reasons a person may stop breathing?
A
Heart attack or cardiac arrest Submersion/near drowning Stroke Choking Smoke inhalation Drug overdose Electrocution/suffocation Injuries Lightning strike Coma
