BLS AHA CPR

Front

What ratio for compressions to breaths should be used for 1-rescuer infant CPR?

Back

Give 30 compressions to 2 breaths

Answer explanation

For 1-rescuer infant CPR, the correct ratio is 30 compressions to 2 breaths. This ensures effective circulation and oxygenation during resuscitation efforts.

Front

What should you do if you need to use an AED on someone who has been submerged in water?

Back

Pull the person out of the water, and wipe the chest.

Answer explanation

If someone is submerged in water, pull them out and wipe their chest to ensure it's dry before using the AED. This prevents electrical shock and allows the AED to function properly.

Front

You witness someone suddenly collapse. The person is unresponsive, you hear gasping sounds, and there is no pulse. You phone 9-1-1. What should you do next?

Back

Begin CPR; the gasps are not normal breathing

Answer explanation

You should begin CPR because the gasping sounds are not considered normal breathing. Immediate CPR is crucial in this situation to maintain blood flow until emergency services arrive.

Front

What should you do first if a person with a blocked airway loses consciousness?

Back

Initiate CPR, starting with chest compressions

Answer explanation

If a person with a blocked airway loses consciousness, the priority is to initiate CPR, starting with chest compressions. This helps maintain blood flow and can clear the airway during resuscitation efforts.

Front

What special circumstance should a rescuer consider when using an AED?

Back

On a hairy chest, the pads may not stick and may fail to deliver a shock.

Answer explanation

On a hairy chest, the AED pads may not adhere properly, which can prevent effective shock delivery. It's crucial to ensure good contact for the AED to function correctly.

Front

Which adult victim requires high-quality CPR? Options: Has a pulse and is having trouble breathing, Has no normal breathing and no pulse, Has a strong pulse and is breathing, Has normal breathing and has a pulse

Back

Has no normal breathing and no pulse

Answer explanation

The adult victim who requires high-quality CPR is the one who has no normal breathing and no pulse. This indicates cardiac arrest, necessitating immediate CPR to restore circulation and breathing.

Front

What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in high-quality CPR for an infant?

Back

At least one third (1/3) the depth of the chest.

Answer explanation

The correct depth for chest compressions in high-quality CPR for an infant is at least one third (1/3) the depth of the chest. This ensures effective circulation during resuscitation efforts.

Front

Why is allowing complete chest recoil important when performing high-quality CPR?

Back

The heart will adequately refill between compressions

Answer explanation

Allowing complete chest recoil is crucial because it enables the heart to adequately refill with blood between compressions, ensuring effective circulation during CPR.

Front

What should you do differently when performing CPR on an unresponsive person who is suspected to be choking?

Back

Check the mouth for an obstruction each time you open the airway.

Answer explanation

When performing CPR on a choking victim, it's crucial to check the mouth for obstructions each time you open the airway. This ensures that any blockage can be removed before rescue breaths are given.

Front

An 8-month-old infant is eating and suddenly begins to cough. The infant is unable to make any noise shortly after. You pick up the infant and shout for help. You have determined that the infant is responsive and choking with a severe airway obstruction. How do you relieve the airway obstruction?

Back

Give sets of five back slaps and five chest thrusts

Answer explanation

In cases of severe choking in infants, the correct method is to give sets of five back slaps followed by five chest thrusts. This technique helps to dislodge the obstruction effectively.