PEARS Cardiac Arrest Care 2

Question 1

During pediatric CPR, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer?

Accepted Answer

30:2

Answer

A single rescuer uses a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for pediatric CPR regardless of age.

Question 2

A 7-year-old is in cardiac arrest. Two rescuers are present. What compression-to-ventilation ratio should they use?

Accepted Answer

15:2

Answer

Two rescuers performing CPR on a child use a 15:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio to optimize oxygenation.

Question 3

Which rhythm is most commonly associated with pediatric cardiac arrest?

Accepted Answer

Asystole or pulseless electrical activity

Answer

Pediatric cardiac arrest is most often caused by respiratory failure leading to asystole or PEA, not a primary cardiac event.

Question 4

When performing chest compressions on an infant, what is the preferred two-rescuer technique?

Accepted Answer

Two thumb-encircling hands technique

Answer

The two thumb-encircling hands technique is preferred for two-rescuer infant CPR because it generates higher coronary perfusion pressure.

Question 5

What is the recommended compression depth for a 4-year-old child during CPR?

Accepted Answer

At least 1.5 inches (4 cm)

Answer

For children, compress the chest at least one-third the anterior-posterior depth, approximately 2 inches (5 cm), but the guideline target is at least 2 inches.

(PEARS) Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization Practice Test

(PEARS) Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization Practice Test

PEARS Cardiac Arrest Care 2