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CPR Techniques & Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Flashcards

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  1. A victim is found face-down and unresponsive. Before beginning CPR, the rescuer should:

    Answer: Roll the victim onto their back as a unit while protecting the spine when possible

    The victim must be rolled onto their back to perform effective chest compressions, protecting the spine as much as circumstances allow.

  2. In a workplace with an AED program, what is the primary goal for time-to-first-shock after cardiac arrest?

    Answer: Within 3–5 minutes of collapse

    Survival rates are highest when defibrillation occurs within 3–5 minutes of collapse, which is achievable with workplace AED programs.

  3. When providing rescue breaths with a pocket mask, how should the rescuer create a seal?

    Answer: Place the mask over the nose and mouth and press firmly around the edges

    A proper mask seal over the nose and mouth with firm pressure around the edges prevents air leaks and ensures effective ventilation.

  4. Which statement about AED use in pediatric patients (1–8 years) is correct?

    Answer: Use pediatric pads or a pediatric setting if available; use adult pads if not

    Pediatric pads or a dose-attenuating system should be used for children aged 1–8 when available; adult pads may be used if no pediatric option exists.

  5. During CPR, a rescuer notices the chest is not rising with rescue breaths. The first action should be to:

    Answer: Reposition the airway with a head-tilt chin-lift and reattempt

    If the chest does not rise, the most common cause is improper head position; repositioning the airway is the first corrective step.

  6. What does 'hands-only CPR' involve, and when is it most appropriate?

    Answer: Continuous chest compressions without rescue breaths, appropriate for adult witnessed cardiac arrest

    Hands-only CPR uses continuous chest compressions without ventilations and is most effective for adult bystander-witnessed cardiac arrest.

  7. After successful resuscitation, a patient begins breathing normally. The occupational first aider should:

    Answer: Place the patient in the recovery position and monitor until EMS arrives

    Once spontaneous breathing returns, place the patient in the recovery (lateral) position and continue monitoring until advanced medical help takes over.