CPR
How many compressions per minute during CPR?
100 to 120
name 2 ways to give CPR to an infant
two fingers on the center of chest, 2 thumbs on center of chest
position for head during rescue breaths for adult
Tilt head to past-neutral
position; pinch nose shut and
form seal over mouth
how does a heart attack occur?
A heart attack occurs when blood flow to part of the
heart muscle is blocked (e.g., as a result of coronary artery
Where should you place your hands while performing CPR
center of their chest
How do you ask an infant for consent?
You ask the parents for consent if they are present!!!
position for head during rescue breaths for child
Tilt head to slightly past-neutral
position; pinch nose shut and
form seal over mouth
What is chest pain?
The pain or discomfort is persistent, lasting longer than 3
to 5 minutes, or going away and then coming back.
What is an AED used for?
analyze heart rhythm and give electric shock to victims heart.
how do you give breaths to an infant?
cover their mouth and nose with your mouth and give breaths.
position for head during rescue breaths for child
Tilt head to neutral position;
form seal over mouth and nose
Seeking advanced medical care as soon as you recognize the signs and symptoms of a
heart attack can minimize the damage to the heart and may _________.
save the person’s life.
what does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
how many inches should you compress down on infant
about 1 1/2 inches
never give more than ____ rescue breaths per set
fill in blank
2
Secondary signs and symptoms may
include dizziness, loss of consciousness,
sweating, nausea or shortness of ____?
Breath
what are all the steps to take before performing CPR?
shout and shake
call 911
check pulse
where should you tap the infant to make sure if they are not awake
tap on their foot
if chest does not rise during the 1st rescue breath,
an object may be blocking the person’s _____.
fill in blank
airway
name the classic signs of Cardiac Arrest
Shortness of breath
Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
Fatigue
Dizziness
Sweating
Back or jaw pain