NA CPR Part 1 Review

Someone needs CPR that has been submerged in water, you pull them out of the water. What should you do next?

• Start CPR, but do not use the AED because the chest is wet

• Dry off the chest and start CPR

• No special steps needed, complete CPR per usual

• Call 911 and wait for someone to come start CPR

What is the ratio for compressions : breaths for adult CPR?

• 15:2

• 15:1

• 30:2

• 30:1

How deep should your compressions be (at least) for an adult victim?

• 1 inch

• 1.5 inches

• 2 inches

• 2.5 inches

Doing CPR compressions can be exhausting! How often should you switch compressor roles to minimize fatigue?

• Every 3 cycles

• Every 3 minutes

• Every 2 cycles

• Every 2 minutes

Gasping sounds are considered normal breathing, CPR is not indicated for someone who is gasping. T/F?

• True

• False

Why is providing defibrillation important during CPR?

• It decreases fatigue during chest compressions

• It prevents cardiac arrest

• It is a 95% chance it will be successful

• It restores regular heart rhythm

What is the first step to using an AED?

• Apply the pads to the patients bare chest

• Turn on the AED

• Clear the patient before administering the shock

• Choose team roles

What rate should you provide chest compressions during CPR?

• 90 - 110 bpm

• 100 - 120 bpm

• 110 - 120 bpm

• 100 - 110 bpm

Which of the following special circumstances is incorrect?

• Remove medication patches before applying an AED pad

• A patients chest is wet after being submerged, quickly wipe of the chest before applying the AED

• If a pacemaker is present, place the AED pads directly over the site to increase electricity

• Pads might not stick to a hairy chest, area might need to be shaved

Who needs CPR?

• Someone who isn't breathing but has a pulse

• Someone who is breathing and has a pulse

• Someone who isn't breathing and doesn't have a pulse

• All of these individuals need CPR