Emergency Medical Care Flashcards
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You arrive at a scene where an adult is unresponsive and not breathing normally. What should you do first after confirming the scene is safe?
Answer: Check for a pulse for no more than 10 seconds and activate EMS
Check for a pulse for up to 10 seconds while activating EMS, then begin CPR if no pulse is found.
What is the correct compression rate for adult CPR?
Answer: 100 to 120 per minute
High-quality CPR uses a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.
An AED advises 'no shock advised' but the patient remains pulseless. What should you do?
Answer: Resume CPR immediately, starting with compressions
If no shock is advised and the patient is pulseless, resume CPR beginning with chest compressions.
What is the recommended compression depth for an average adult during CPR?
Answer: At least 2 inches
Adult compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep but no more than 2.4 inches.
When using a bag-valve-mask on an apneic adult with a pulse, how often should you deliver a breath?
Answer: Every 5 to 6 seconds
Rescue breathing for an adult with a pulse is one breath every 5 to 6 seconds.
What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer adult CPR?
Answer: 30:2
Single-rescuer adult CPR uses a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio.
Why is minimizing interruptions during chest compressions important?
Answer: It maintains coronary and cerebral perfusion pressure
Pauses cause perfusion pressure to drop quickly, reducing blood flow to the heart and brain.