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Adult CPR and AED Usage Flashcards

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  1. What is the correct sequence of steps in the adult Chain of Survival's first action?

    Answer: Recognize arrest and call 911 / activate EMS

    Recognizing the emergency and activating EMS is the critical first link in the Chain of Survival.

  2. How long should you check for breathing and a pulse before starting CPR?

    Answer: No more than 10 seconds

    The pulse and breathing check should take no more than 10 seconds to avoid delaying CPR.

  3. What does 'agonal breathing' (occasional gasping) indicate in an unresponsive adult?

    Answer: Cardiac arrest—begin CPR

    Agonal gasps are not effective breathing and signal cardiac arrest requiring CPR.

  4. When two rescuers are present, how often should they switch compressors?

    Answer: About every 2 minutes (5 cycles)

    Switching roughly every 2 minutes prevents fatigue and keeps compressions effective.

  5. What is the main goal of minimizing interruptions during CPR?

    Answer: To maintain blood flow to the brain and heart

    Frequent pauses drop blood pressure, so minimizing interruptions keeps perfusion going.

  6. What should you do if an unresponsive adult is breathing normally with a pulse?

    Answer: Place them in the recovery position and monitor

    A breathing patient with a pulse should be placed in the recovery position and monitored.

  7. Why should compressions be started as soon as cardiac arrest is recognized?

    Answer: Brain damage begins within minutes without circulation

    Irreversible brain injury can begin within 4 to 6 minutes without blood flow, so early CPR is vital.