Adult Basic Life Support and Post-Cardiac Arrest Care

These flashcards cover important vocabulary relevant to Adult Basic Life Support and Post-Cardiac Arrest Care.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

A lifesaving procedure used in emergencies when someone's heartbeat or breathing has stopped.

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

A portable electronic device that automatically diagnoses and treats life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias.

Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC)

The restoration of a pulse and effective blood circulation after cardiac arrest.

Epinephrine

A medication used in emergency situations, particularly in cardiac arrest, to increase heart rate and improve blood flow.

Amiodarone

An antiarrhythmic medication used to treat ventricular fibrillation and unstable ventricular tachycardia.

High-Quality CPR

CPR that is effective in promoting perfusion and oxygenation, characterized by adequate depth, rate, and minimal interruptions.

Hypovolemia

A condition causing a decreased volume of blood circulating in the body, which can lead to shock.

Tension Pneumothorax

A life-threatening condition where air becomes trapped in the pleural cavity, causing pressure that collapses the lung.

Chest Recoil

The release of pressure on the chest during CPR, allowing the heart to fill with blood.

Synchronized Cardioversion

A medical procedure to restore normal heart rhythm by delivering a shock that is synchronized with the heart's electrical activity.

Advanced Airway Management

Techniques utilized to secure the airway in patients requiring ventilation support, including intubation.

Capnography

A monitoring tool that measures the concentration of carbon dioxide in exhaled air, used to assess ventilation.

Reversible Causes of Cardiac Arrest

Conditions that can lead to cardiac arrest which can be identified and potentially treated to restore circulation.