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Chain of survival

  1. Recognition/Action

  2. CPR

  3. Defibrillation

  4. Advanced care

  5. Post arrest care

  6. Recovery

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CPR

(Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

chest compressions that circulate blood to the heart and brain until EMS arrives

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Head tilt chin lift

used to open the airway of an unconscious person

by tilting the head back and lifting the chin forward, allowing the tongue to move away from the back of the throat.

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AED

An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable device that checks heart rhythm and can send an electric shock to the heart to restore a normal rhythm in case of sudden cardiac arrest.

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Defibrillation

administering shock to persons heart to restore a normal rhythm in cases of cardiac arrest or life-threatening arrhythmias.

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VF

Most common abnormal heart rhythm in cases of sudden cardiac arrest in adults characterized by rapid and chaotic electrical activity in the heart.

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VT

Heart beats too fast to pump blood

effectively; may lead to dizziness and fainting.