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CPR and basic life support AESWhen there are two or more rescuers, what is the best guideline for chest
compressions? - answer The two rescuers should switch every 2 minutes, or five
compression cycles, to prevent fatigue.
In adult CPR, when should the emergency response system be activated? -
answerBefore administering CPR
When taking the pulse of a child victim you can use the _____________ artery. -
answerCarotid and femoral
Why is allowing complete chest recoil important when performing CPR? - answerIt
allows venous return during CPR.
All cardiac arrest situations are shockable by an AED. - answerfalse
When there are two rescuers, what should the second rescuer do if their partner is
delivering a shock with a defibrillator? - answerStay clear when told.
When does choking occur? - answerWhen the trachea is blocked
How should you treat a victim with a partially blocked airway? - answerencourage hard
coughing
Which of the following is true when performing CPR on an unresponsive choking victim?
- answerThe mouth should be checked for the obstruction prior to rescue breaths.
During CPR, what is the ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in adults? -
answer30 compressions to 2 breaths
The AED has failed to find a shockable rhythm. What is the next step? -
answerImmediately continue CPR.
How should back blows be given? - answerWith the heel of your free hand
Which victims of cardiac arrest require smaller AED pads? - answerInfants and children
under 8 years old
An AED arrives in the middle of performing a cycle of chest compressions. When should
the AED be used? - answerImmediately when it arrives
Chest compressions on adults should be done to what depth? - answerBetween 2-2.4"
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