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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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What would happen if you are awake and paddles are used to shock the heart?
Paddles (on a defibrillator) will only shock you if the electrical current running through your heart is a VF or VT. If you are flat lined or have a normal rhythm, it will not work.
Where to assess heart rate in infant during CPR?
Use the brachial pulse to to assess the heart rate in an infant during CPR.
What organs are stimulated during cpr?
The heart and lungs are stimulated to keep you breathing and your blood circulating.
What anatomical part of the heart is CPR performed on and why?
The heart is being mechanically compressed between the sternum and the spinal column. This external mechanical compression is what forces the heart to pump blood. There is not a specific anatomical part of the heart that CPR is performed on.
At what rate should chest compressions be performed on an adult?
The 30 compressions should be given at a rate of 100 compressions per minute.
What is the rate for performing chest compressions for a infant victims with two rescuers?
For infant CPR, give cycles of 15 compressions to 2 breaths; rate of compressions are at least 100 per minute.
Where does the rescuer position himself to give the Heimlich maneuver on a conscious adult?
the rescuer stands behind the victim. The victim may either be sitting or standing. The rescuer makes a fist with one hand, and places it, thumb toward the victim, below the rib cage and above the waist
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When connected properly to a victim an AED device will advise you to do what?
It will first advise that it will analyze (in which case nobody should touch the patient). Next, it will advise if a shock is or isn't required.
What do you do if the victim has a pulse and is breathing but is unresponsive?
Lay the victim on their side in the rest position and await for emergency personnel while monitoring the victim for any changes.
Why is our victim named korotkoff?
The victim is named Korotkoff likely as a reference to Dr. Nikolai Korotkoff, a Russian physician known for his work in the early 20th century on blood pressure measurement. His name is often associated with the sounds heard during the auscultation of blood pressure, known as Korotkoff sounds. This connection may suggest a thematic element in the narrative, possibly linking the victim to medical or physiological themes.
How do you perform infant cpr?
One must be careful when performing infant CPR. If the child is not breathing compressions are done between the nipples at a fast rate. The ration of compressions to breaths is 30:2. This should take approximately half a minute per cycle.
CPR Training to Overcome Fear?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR is a first aid procedure done to those that are unconscious and do not appear to be breathing or have a heartbeat. It's main purpose is to keep oxygen and blood flowing throughout the body, and most important to the brain. This can avoid permanent brain damage by providing the brain what it needs until other medical attention arrives. There are different types of CPR training depending on if the victim is an infant, child or adult.
Often times when someone sees another person in trouble they would like to help but are unsure what step to take. They are scared that they might cause harm. Having CPR training gives an individual actionable steps to take that can easily be remembered when needed. This helps to overcome the fear involved and allows the person to do what is needed.
Anyone would benefit from having CPR training, but there are some people for whom it is definitely required. In addition to medical professionals, anyone encountering people who are medically fragile should be aware of CPR techniques. Teachers and child care workers who are responsible for the care of children would also benefit. Parents should have knowledge of CPR since they will likely be the only ones around if an accident occurs at home.
There are many places that CPR training can be provided. The American Red Cross offers classes throughout the country. Also, many jobs will provide training for its employers if they feel that it will be required. This can allow for it to be taken at little or no cost.
CPR training consists of several different activities. The class should have a lecture component along with a practical one where skills can be practiced on mannequins. Discussion of what CPR is, what situations it should or should not be used in and what steps to take will all be included in a proper training. For trainings taking place for a specific environment, scenarios that are likely to occur should be discussed also. In addition, general examples of every day situations should be talked about along with what can be done to assist.
Regardless of what job an individual has, they may encounter someone in distress. CPR training allows this person to overcome fear and do what needs to be done to help save a life. Knowing the steps well will also give a person the ability to take charge and avoid confusion in what can be a scary situation.
How long is the online CPR renewal course?
The CPR renewal course is a self-paced class that you do when it is convenient for your life. So the class is as long or short as you make it and it allows you to pick back up where you left off.
The most common reasons that bystanders are unlikely to initiate resuscitation measures are?
Bystanders are often hesitant to initiate resuscitation measures due to a lack of confidence in their knowledge and skills, fearing they may do something wrong or cause harm. Additionally, many individuals may feel uncertain about the legal implications or liability associated with providing assistance. The emotional stress of witnessing a medical emergency can also paralyze potential helpers, leading to inaction despite the availability of training and resources.
How would you be able to tell ifs victim was not breathing?
Watch the victim's chest for 15 seconds or more. If the chest rises - the victim is breathing. If not - start artificial respiration.
What is the correct ''compression to breath'' ratio for CPR?
The correct compression-to-breath ratio for CPR in adults is 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths. This applies to both single-rescuer and two-rescuer CPR scenarios. For infants and children, the same ratio is typically used for single rescuers, but two rescuers should use a 15:2 ratio. It's important to focus on high-quality chest compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.
St. John's Ambulance in Canada uses the CAB method and Red Cross Canada uses the ABC method for CPR. The "C" stands for circulation and it refers to when you check the pulse of the victim.
