First Aid Sudden Medical Emergencies 2

Question 1

A person suddenly collapses and is unresponsive. After calling 911, you determine there is no pulse. What is the correct compression-to-breath ratio for adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

30 compressions to 2 breaths

Answer

The standard adult CPR ratio is 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths.

Question 2

During a sudden cardiac arrest, an AED becomes available. At what point during CPR should you use the AED?

Accepted Answer

As soon as it is ready, pausing CPR briefly to attach and analyze

Answer

Use the AED as soon as it is available — early defibrillation dramatically improves survival odds.

Question 3

A coworker experiences sudden severe chest pain radiating to the left arm and jaw. Which action is appropriate while waiting for EMS?

Accepted Answer

Give them one regular adult aspirin (325 mg) if they are not allergic

Answer

Chewing aspirin can reduce heart muscle damage during a suspected heart attack by inhibiting platelet clumping.

Question 4

A child at a pool party suddenly slumps over unconscious. You confirm no breathing and no pulse. How should CPR compression depth differ for a child vs. an adult?

Accepted Answer

Shallower for a child — about 2 inches (one-third chest depth)

Answer

For children, compress to about 2 inches or one-third the chest depth to avoid over-compression injuries.

Question 5

You witness a stranger have a grand mal seizure in a parking lot. Which action is INCORRECT during the active seizure?

Accepted Answer

Hold the person down firmly to stop the movements

Answer

Restraining someone during a seizure can cause injuries to both victim and rescuer — let the seizure run its course safely.

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First Aid Sudden Medical Emergencies 2