MRCPsych Emergency Response Procedures

Question 1

What is the first action to take in any emergency situation?

Accepted Answer

Ensure scene safety and assess the situation

Answer

Scene safety assessment is always the first priority to prevent additional injuries to rescuers and bystanders.

Question 2

What does the acronym AED stand for?

Accepted Answer

Automated External Defibrillator

Answer

An AED (Automated External Defibrillator) analyzes heart rhythm and delivers an electrical shock if needed to restore normal rhythm.

Question 3

When performing CPR on an adult, what is the recommended compression depth?

Accepted Answer

At least 2 inches (5 cm)

Answer

Current guidelines recommend chest compressions of at least 2 inches deep for adults to effectively circulate blood.

Question 4

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

30 compressions to 2 ventilations

Answer

The 30:2 ratio is the standard for single-rescuer adult CPR, balancing blood circulation with oxygenation.

Question 5

What position should an unconscious but breathing person be placed in?

Accepted Answer

Recovery position (on their side)

Answer

The recovery position helps maintain an open airway and allows fluids to drain, preventing aspiration.

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