Cardiac Arrest Exam Study Guide Questions and Answers
5 views 0 purchase
Course
Cardiac Arrest
Institution
Cardiac Arrest
What is meant by a cardiac arrest? (1 mark). - Answer-A cardiac arrest is when the heart stops pumping blood around the body.
What is meant by cardiac arrest and how is it caused? (3 marks). - Answer-A cardiac arrest happens when the heart stops pumping blood around the body. The most common cau...
Cardiac Arrest Exam Study Guide
Questions and Answers
What is meant by a cardiac arrest? (1 mark). - Answer-A cardiac arrest is when the
heart stops pumping blood around the body.
What is meant by cardiac arrest and how is it caused? (3 marks). - Answer-A cardiac
arrest happens when the heart stops pumping blood around the body. The most
common cause of a cardiac arrest is ventricular fibrillation. Also a lack of oxygen can
also cause a cardiac arrest additionally conditions such as a heart attack can also lead
to a cardiac arrest.
Describe the symptoms of a cardiac arrest (4 marks). - Answer-The symptoms of a
cardiac arrest include lack of movement, lack of breathing, loss of consciousness and
an absent pulse and blood pressure.
Outline the medical interventions which could be used to treat a cardiac arrest (3
marks). - Answer-The first medical intervention is cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
to avoid the individual suffering permanent damage to their brain. This entails chest
compressions to keep the circulation going and rescue breathing which inflates the
lungs. The second medical intervention is a defibrillator which gives the heart a
controlled electric shock.
Explain the management of cardiac arrest (4 marks). - Answer-Smoking should be
stopped or avoided for patients who previously smoked and alcohol consumptions
should not exceed the recommended daily limits. Diet and lifestyle changes may need
to occur to reduce the chance of further cardiac arrests and to treat conditions that may
have caused the cardiac arrest. Treatment for the condition that caused arrest may be
life-life long. Patients should understand and follow their healthcare providers'
instructions. Survivors may reach a relatively complete recovery with the help of
neurological, physical and cardiac rehabilitation.
Describe the impact of a cardiac arrest (6 marks) - Answer-A cardiac arrest may have a
physical impact upon the patient as they may find it difficult to manage changes to the
diet. A cardiac arrest may have an intellectual impact upon the patient as there may be
cognitive implications following a cardiac arrest due to experiencing hypoxia. A cardiac
arrest may have an emotional impact upon the patient as they may feel anxious and
worried following a near death experience. A cardiac arrest may also have a social
impact upon the patient as they may no longer wish to engage in social activities. A
cardiac arrest may also have a financial impact upon the patient as they may need to
take time off work as a part of their recovery.
Describe the patient centred approach for a patient who has experienced a cardiac
arrest (8 marks) - Answer-The medical staff will put the patient at the centre of the care
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller lectknancy. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $8.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
