CPR

What does CPR stand for?

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

What is the first step in CPR?

Begin with compression.

How many types of victims are identified in CPR training?

Three types: Adult (puberty and over), Child (1-8 years), and Infant (less than 1 year old).

What is the compression rate for adults during CPR?

100 to 120 times per minute.

What pulse should you check for an adult during CPR?

Carotid pulse.

What pulse should you check for an infant or child during CPR?

Brachial or femoral pulse.

What is considered a breath when assessing a victim?

A gasp is not a breath.

What are the two methods to open the airway during CPR?

Head-tilt-chin lift (one person) and jaw-thrust (two person CPR).

What is the compression to breath ratio for a 1-person rescue for adults?

30:2.

What is the compression to breath ratio for a 2-person rescue for infants/children?

15:2.

What should you do before applying AED pads?

Make sure the patient is away from water and dry the chest.

What is the preferred CPR technique for infants during a 2-person rescue?

2 thumb encircling technique.

How many back slaps and chest thrusts are recommended for an infant who is choking?

5 back slaps and 5 chest thrusts.

What should you do if a choking patient becomes unresponsive?

Activate EMS and begin CPR, checking the mouth for foreign objects before giving breaths.

What is the first step after turning on an AED?

Deliver shock only when told to do so by the device.

How deep should compressions be for adults during CPR?

2 to 2.4 inches.

How deep should compressions be for infants/children?

1/3 the depth of the chest, approximately 1.5 to 2 inches.

What should team members do during CPR if they encounter exhaustion?

Switch roles after approximately 2 minutes or 5 cycles of CPR.

What indicates that breaths are being delivered effectively during CPR?

Observing the chest rise.