BLS for Healthcare Providers Flashcards
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What is the first step after recognizing an adult is unresponsive and not breathing normally?
Answer: Activate the emergency response system and get an AED
After confirming unresponsiveness, immediately activate EMS and retrieve an AED before starting CPR.
How long should a healthcare provider take to check for a pulse before starting compressions?
Answer: No more than 10 seconds
Pulse check should take no more than 10 seconds to avoid delaying compressions.
Where should you check for a pulse in an unresponsive adult?
Answer: Carotid artery
The carotid artery in the neck is used to assess pulse in adults.
For an infant, which artery is used to check the pulse?
Answer: Brachial
The brachial artery on the inside of the upper arm is used for infant pulse checks.
An adult has a pulse but is not breathing. What should you do?
Answer: Give 1 rescue breath every 6 seconds
For respiratory arrest with a pulse, give rescue breaths once every 6 seconds without compressions.
What hand position is used for chest compressions on an adult?
Answer: Heel of one hand on the lower half of the sternum with the second hand on top
Place the heel of one hand on the lower half of the sternum, with the other hand on top.
When should you check the rhythm with an AED during CPR?
Answer: Every 2 minutes (after about 5 cycles)
The AED reanalyzes the rhythm about every 2 minutes during resuscitation.