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Chain of Survival IHCA (Put inOrder)
1.Surveillance, prevention, and treatment of prearrest conditions
2. Multidisciplinary post-cardiac arrest care
3. Immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of the emergency response
system
4.Rapid defibrillation
5. Early CPR with an emphasis on chest compressions - ANSWER1
Signs and Symptoms of a Cardiac Arrest Victim Include - ANSWERUnresponsiveness
No Breathing / No Normal Breathing (Gasps)
No Pulse
T/F
Bystanders who are not trained in CPR are encouraged to at least provide chest
compressions. - ANSWERT
ROSC stands for ... and is achieved through which step of the chain of survival? -
ANSWERReturn of Spontaneous Circulation
Achieved through rapid defibrillation
What is the difference between adults and children in terms of cardiac arrest? -
ANSWERAdults- results from serious respiratory or circulatory conditions that get worse
Children- results from respiratory failure or shock
Pediatric Chain of Survival (Put in Order)
1. Prevention of Arrest
2. Integrated Post Cardiac Arrest Care
3. Early high-quality bystander CPR
4. Effective Advanced Life Support
5. Rapid Activation of the emergency response system - ANSWER1
3
5
4
2
T/F
,Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attack are the same thing. - ANSWERF
When the heart develops an abnormal rhythm and can't pump blood is it considered
This is a " " problem - ANSWERCardiac Arrest
Rhythm
When blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked it is considered
This is a " " problem - ANSWERA Heart Attack
Clot
Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack Include - ANSWER-Severe Discomfort in the
chest or other areas of the body
-Shortness of Breath
-Cold Sweats
-Nausea + Vomiting
T/F During a Heart Attack the heart continues to pump blood however the longer the
person goes without treatment, the greater the possible damage to the heart muscle. -
ANSWERT
In which locations do most out of hospital cardiac arrests occur?
a. healthcare clinics
b. Homes
c. Recreational Facilities
d. Shopping Centers - ANSWERb. Homes
Which is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in children?
a. Cardiac Problem
b. Congenital or Acquired Heart Defect
c. Respiratory failure or shock
d. Infection and sepsis - ANSWERc. Respiratory Failure or Shock
Which statement best describes sudden cardiac arrest?
a. when respiratory distress in adults occurs and the heart rate does not change
b. When the heart rate is 40-60/min and respirations increase
c. When blood flow to the heart is blocked and the heart rate increases
d. When an abnormal rhythm occurs - ANSWERd. when an abnormal rhythm occurs
T/F
Use adult BLS skills for victims who are adolescent. - ANSWERT
Signs of Puberty Include... - ANSWERMales- Chest/Underarm hair
Females- Breast Development
Initial BLS Steps for an Adult (Put in Order)
1. Scene Safety
, 2. Check for Responsiveness
3. Shout for Nearby Help and Activate the Emergency Response System
4. Breaking and Pulse Check - ANSWER1
2
3
4
If there is normal breathing and normal pulse, what should you do? - ANSWERMonitor
until emergency responders arrive
If there is no normal breathing and a pulse what should you do? - ANSWERRescue
Breathing
1 breath/ 5-6 seconds
10-12 breaths/ min
How often should you check for pulse? - ANSWEREvery 2 minutes
If there is no normal breathing or pulse, you should ... - ANSWERBegin CPR
30 Compressions : 2 Breaths (Start w/ Compressions)
Use AED as soon as it is available
If the pt has shockable rhythm what should you do? - ANSWERStand Clear
Administer 1 Shock
Resume CPR for 2 min (until prompted by AED to allow rhythm check or until ALS takes
over)
If the pt does not have shockable rhythm what should you do? - ANSWERResume CPR
for 2 min (until prompted by AED to allow rhythm check or until ALS takes over)
The check for breathing and pulse should take how long? - ANSWERatleast 5 seconds /
no more than 10
Which pulse check should you perform for an unresponsive adult victim? -
ANSWERCarotid
At what rate should you perform compressions? - ANSWER100-120 / min
At what depth should you perform compressions? - ANSWER2 inch
If opioid use is suspected consider administering ... - ANSWERNaloxone
Do not move the victim while CPR is in progress unless... - ANSWERThe victim is in a
dangerous environment i.e. burning building or if you believe you cannot perform CPR
effectively in the victim's present position/location.
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