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What to use when giving chest compressions to an infant?
you give 30 compressions to 2 breaths
When a lone rescuer is administering chest compressions?
30 compressions that are done with frequency of at least 100/minute. Interupted by 2 rescue breaths
What is administering CPR for children?
Something as for adults, just use only one hand.
What is the preferred technique for providing chest compressions during a2 rescuer CPR for an infant?
use only two fingers to push, place them in the middle of the chest between the two nipples, and compress the chest firmly but gently
What do you do if a firm base is not available for chest compressions?
A firm base is needed for chest compressions to enable the depth and ratio of the compressions to be effective. If we do not have a firm base then we would lose some of the power needed into the ground below.
What fingers do you use for chest compressions during CPR for a child?
For a child, use the heel of one hand located on the center of the chest, on the sternum. For an infant, use 2 or 3 fingers (index, middle, and ring fingers) on the sternum, just below the nipple line.
Continuous effective CPR proper chest compressions and ventilations should include?
Continuous effective CPR proper chest compressions and ventilations should include: 1. Open the airway properly (head tilt chin lift method unless head or back injury then use jaw thrust method) and to the correct angle (more angle for adults, less for a child and even less for an infant) 2. Ensure each breath makes the chest rise the proper amount (Adult 1 1/2 - 2 inches; Child 1 - 1 1/2 inches; Infant 1/2 - 1 inch) 3. Don't blow too hard or too fast when giving breaths (air will go into stomach) 4. For chest compressions ensure proper hand and body location 5. Ensure each compression is to the proper depth (Adult 1 1/2 - 2 inches; Child 1 - 1 1/2 inches; Infant 1/2 - 1 inch) 6. Don't jerk when giving compressions 7. Hands should not leave chest on the up motion of compressions 8. Count out loud when giving compressions to maintain rhythm
Where do you measure with 2 fingers on the sternum each time for CPR compressions?
You don't put your fingers anywhere unless you're rescuing an infant. for adults and children, place the heel of you dominant hand on the center of the victims chest and place your other hand on top of it, interlocking your fingers. Then, push with the weight of your body from your shoulders at a rate of 100 compressions per minute. For Infants, place 2-3 fingers on the chest, just below the nipple line at compress the chest 1/4 - 1/2 inches at 100 compressions per min.
When administering CPR for children you should use how many reps and compressions?
Infant, Child, Adult CPR all the same cycle/rate; 30 compressions, 2 breaths.
What do do if a firm base for a chest compression's is not available?
You must find a firm base to do compressions for CPR. Without a firm base, the compressions are not effective. Hence, for example, you can't do CPR in the water. Use any materials around for a firm base such as a plywood.
What ratio should a lone rescuer use when he performs CPR?
30 pushes (also called compressions) and 2 breaths for an Adult, Infant, or Child.
CPR - child 1 to 8 years old - series?
Check for responsiveness1. Check for responsiveness. Shake or tap the child gently. See if the child moves or makes a noise. Shout, "Are you OK?"2. If there is no response, shout for help. Send someone to call 911 and retrieve an automated external defibrillator (AED) if one is available. Do not leave the child alone to call 911 and retrieve an AED until you have performed CPR for about 2 minutes.3. Carefully place the child on their back. If there is a chance the child has a spinal injury, two people should move the child to prevent the head and neck from twisting.Chest compressions4. Perform chest compressions:Place the heel of one hand on the breastbone -- just below the nipples. Make sure your heel is not at the very end of the breastbone.Keep your other hand on the child's forehead, keeping the head tilted back.Press down on the child's chest so that it compresses about 1/3 to 1/2 the depth of the chest.Give 30 chest compressions. Each time, let the chest rise completely. These compressions should be FAST and hard with no pausing. Count the 30 compressions quickly: "1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30, off."Child not breathing5. Open the airway. Lift up the chin with one hand. At the same time, push down on the forehead with the other hand.6. Look, listen, and feel for breathing. Place your ear close to the child's mouth and nose. Watch for chest movement. Feel for breath on your cheek.7. If the child is not breathing:Cover the child's mouth tightly with your mouth.Pinch the nose closed.Keep the chin lifted and head tilted.Give two breaths. Each breath should take about a second and make the chest rise.8. Continue CPR (30 chest compressions followed by 2 breaths, then repeat) for about 2 minutes.9. After about 2 minutes of CPR, if the child still does not have normal breathing, coughing, or any movement, leave the child if you are alone and call 911. If an AED for children is available, use it now.10. Repeat rescue breathing and chest compressions until the child recovers or help arrives.If the child starts breathing again, place them in the recovery position. Periodically re-check for breathing until help arrives.Reviewed ByReview Date: 09/02/2011Jacob L. Heller, MD, MHA, Emergency Medicine, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington, Clinic. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
