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CPR
CPR, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is a technique combining cycles of chest compressions and rescue breaths to oxygenate and circulate blood to maintain life. Ask and answer questions regarding the CPR techniques, training and history.
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How do you approach and electric shock victim?
Make the victim stand on wood or make him/her wear rubber shoes,gluves,etc.
A2. Number one is to eliminate the source of electrical current. Otherwise the rescuer may also become a victim.
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), breathing should be commenced and maintained until signs of life have returned. LEARN THIS THIS MONTH!
[Eve's Rocking Method is a less known technique that has a wide application. This may be performed - atop a ladder on a power pole; whilst a drowning victim is still in shallow water or in a lifeboat; and is useful for victims suffering severe facial damage.
It consists of holding the victim face down (so they may drain) and rotating them (along the length of their body) through +/- 45 degrees in a rocking manner. It is easier if the victim can be placed on a plank or ladder, but two people may support the victim on their arms. Repeat 10 or 12 times per minute.
(Up a power pole, the victim will usually be wearing a safety belt, so rotation is easy.)
This method uses the fluid mass of the stomach etc to actively push and pull the diaphragm and thus the lungs.
It also assures that there is a forcible drive-and-evacuation of blood to the heart/brain system.
For a tiny child, this can be done in your arms. As I have had to prove.]
What are the American heart associate CPR test questions?
The instructors for CPR, whether American Red Cross or American Heart Association, are not allowed to give out test questions or answers prior to the allotted time during a sanctioned class.
Can you use an AED on a wet surface?
No, you need to dry the surface (chest) before applying the AED pads, as they can slip off or become ineffective.
If trauma is suspected what should you do to begin compression technique?
Place heel of hand in between the nipples
When is a good time to start learning CPR?
When they aren't breathing and haven't got a detectable heart rate.
CPR compression on an infant performed using?
Use 2 or 3 fingers, on the sternum, just below the nipple line.
Open the airway and check for breathing (look, listen, feel) for 10 seconds.
What is the correct ratio for compressions to breaths?
The current ratio for lay persons (not health care providers) is
30 compressions: 2 breaths
based on current Canadian standards. Your country may vary!
If you happen to be a healthcare provider, you have choices.... but you should know that.
When should you ensure that the scene is safe for CPR?
As emergency medical services arrive on the scene
What is function of ventilation?
The main function of the pulmonary vein is to carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium. Then it is transferred to the aorta, which takes the blood to the head and arms.
When do you take the AED pads off the victim?
No; you must stop CPR to dry the chest and put on the pads. Once the pads are on the patient, the AED should analyze.
What should you observe when trying to determine if rescue breaths for infant victim are effective?
Cover the mouth AND nose of the infant with your mouth. Blow in a gentle breath. Remember to kept the baby's head at a neutral position as to not overstretch the trachea.
Call for help if you have not already done so. Do the breaths with compressions just like an adult except with two fingers on the chest only.
Do you do CPR if person is cyanotic?
CPR is performed only when there is no heartbeat. A person may be cyanotic (blue) for several reasons- choking, extra cold, a collapsed lung, etc. Only when there is no heartbeat do you perform CPR (Part of CPR training is checking for a heartbeat and respiration) The person MAY be choking, and need the Heimlich Maneuver, not CPR. CPR is an extreme measure- even done well, it can still cause injury (cracking ribs)
CPR should not be given after each shock as well as when no shock is advise?
CPR should be IMMEDIATELY resumed after EACH shock. After 5 cycles/2 minutes of CPR, allow the AED to analyze. If it advises no shock, resume CPR and continue this process until emergency personnel take over.
It was invented in 1960 by Dr Peter Safar.
Dr Safar never tried to claim originality for his invention. He always said that he only put together techniques that were already known in his time which where. Mouth to mouth resuscitation, head tilting and chest massage (or cardiac massage).
You should always check the scene for hazards that may be threatening to your safety, obtain consent from the victim (or victim's guardian if a child) if able, and put the appropriate barriers (gloves, breathing masks, etc.) in place before administering any type of first aid. If you are a lay person (rather than a 'professional' rescuer) you should also consider whether you are ready and willing to get involved. You are not obligated to become involved, but you are obligated to remain involved once you start administering first aid until you become exhausted or endangered, or transfer care to someone with equal or superior skill.
Continue CPR for 2 minutes> Reassess rhythm> If VF, Shock> Continue CPR for 2 min> Intubate> IV> EPI 1mg and so on.
What is an advanced airway device?
its something that you stick into the persons mouth that opens their airway for them and you can breathe for them or you use it to keep their airway open so they dont choke
When is it necessary to give someone mouth to mouth recitation?
Give mouth to mouth resuscitation to an infant or child that isn't breathing. If an adult shows no signs of life, go directly to CPR.
How many should you should be able to complete cycles of child CPR in about 2 minutes?
Approximately five - 30 compressions and 2 breaths each.
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