Techniques for Adults & Children Flashcards
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What is the first thing you should do before starting CPR on a collapsed person?
Answer: Check the scene for safety
Ensuring the scene is safe protects both rescuer and victim before any care begins.
How do you check responsiveness in an adult?
Answer: Tap the shoulders and shout 'Are you okay?'
Tapping the shoulders and shouting checks for responsiveness without causing harm.
When checking an infant for responsiveness, what is the appropriate method?
Answer: Tap the bottom of the foot and shout
Flicking or tapping the sole of the foot is the safe way to check an infant's response.
How long should a healthcare provider take to check for a pulse before starting compressions?
Answer: No more than 10 seconds
Pulse checks should take no longer than 10 seconds to avoid delaying compressions.
Where is the pulse checked on an adult during CPR assessment?
Answer: Carotid artery in the neck
The carotid pulse in the neck is the standard check site for adults.
Where should you check a pulse on an infant?
Answer: Brachial artery on the inside of the upper arm
The brachial pulse on the inner upper arm is used for infants because the neck is short.
What action should immediately follow recognizing that an adult is unresponsive and not breathing normally?
Answer: Call 911 (or have someone call) and get an AED
Activating emergency response and retrieving an AED early improves survival.