CPR Techniques & Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Flashcards

During two-rescuer CPR, the second rescuer arrives and takes over compressions. What should the compressor change be timed with?

Answer: Every 2 minutes or after 5 cycles of CPR

Rescuers should switch compressor roles every 2 minutes (5 cycles) to prevent fatigue and maintain high-quality compressions.

When placing AED pads on a patient with an implanted pacemaker or defibrillator, the rescuer should:

Answer: Place pads at least 1 inch away from the implanted device

AED pads should be placed at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from an implanted device to avoid interference and ensure effective shock delivery.

A coworker collapses and is unresponsive. You are alone and have called for help. You should begin CPR in which order?

Answer: Compressions, Airway, Breathing (CAB)

Current guidelines prioritize Compressions-Airway-Breathing (CAB) to deliver blood flow to vital organs as quickly as possible.

Which hand position is correct for adult chest compressions?

Answer: Heel of both hands on the lower half of the sternum

Place the heel of one hand on the center of the chest (lower half of the sternum) and the other hand on top, interlacing fingers.

When using an AED, the voice prompt says 'No shock advised.' What does this mean?

Answer: The patient's rhythm is not shockable; resume CPR immediately

A 'no shock advised' prompt means the AED detected a non-shockable rhythm such as asystole or PEA; CPR should resume immediately.

During CPR, rescue breaths should be delivered over how long a period to avoid gastric inflation?

Answer: About 1 second each, enough to see the chest rise

Each rescue breath should be given over approximately 1 second with just enough volume to produce visible chest rise.

What is the target compression rate during adult CPR?

Answer: 100–120 compressions per minute

The recommended adult CPR compression rate is 100–120 compressions per minute to optimize perfusion pressure.