CPR & Cardiac
Emergencies
Emergencies
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Call 911, get an AED, and begin CPR immediately, following dispatcher instructions.
An AED says, "no shock advised." What does that actually mean?
The AED has not detected a rhythm for which it recommends a shock; resume CPR as instructed
True or False. A person must have no pulse for a rescuer to begin CPR.
False.
Why is it important to teach emergency response before an emergency actually happens?
Preparation builds familiarity with emergency steps, improves recognition, and can help people act more confidently under pressure.
What is the primary purpse of chest compressions during CPR?
To circulate blood containing oxygen to the brain and other vital organs.
A bystander is calling 911 while you perform CPR. A third person arrives. What is the most useful task to delegate to them?
Have them retrieve an AED and bring it to you as soon as possible.
Why must nobody touch the person while an AED analyzes their heart rhythm?
Movement can interfere with the rhythm analysis and affect its accuracy.
False
A child recognizes an emergency but is afraid to intervene. What is one safe, age-appropriate way they can still help?
Call 911 or ask a trusted adult nearby to help, communicate the location, and follow the dispatcher's instructions.
How deep should chest compressions be for an average adult? What about for infants?
At least 2 in (5 cm) for adults and 1.5 in (4cm) for infants.
An unresponsive person is breathing normally. Should you begin chest compressions? If not, what do you do?
No. Call 911, monitor their breathing, and follow appropriate first-aid guidance.
What two heart rhythms are commonly associated with cardiac arrest can an AED identify as shockable?
Ventricular fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia.
True or False. During CPR, allowing the chest to fully recoil between compressions helps the heart refill with blood.
True
Name three types of emergency-response knowledge or skills Little HeroLab helps children develop.
CPR, first aid, recognizing emergencies, knowing when to call 911, or understanding basic emergency response.
Why is it important to minimize interruptions during chest compressions?
Interruptions reduce blood flow to vital organs, and it takes several compressions to rebuild that pressure.
You are performing CPR when the person begins moving but remains unresponsive. What are the next steps?
Reassess breathing and signs of life. If they are breathing normally and showing signs of life, stop compressions, monitor them closely, and follow emergency dispatcher instructions.
An adult in cardiac arrest has a medication patch where an AED pad needs to go. What should you do?
Using appropriate protection, remove the patch, wipe the area clean, and place the pad according to AED instructions.
True or False. If someone has a heart attack, you should immediately begin chest compressions.
False.
True or False. We fly out to Texas and Washington for special events in April.
False
What is the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest?
A heart attack is caused by blocked or reduced blood flow to the heart muscle.
Cardiac Arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops pumping effectively due to an electrical problem.
Two rescuers are performing CPR. One is becoming exhausted, and the compressions are getting shallow. What should the team do, and approximately how often should they switch?
Switch compressors about every two minutes, or sooner if fatigued, minimizing interruptions during the switch.
A person has a suspected neck injury after a fall and is unresponsive. What should a rescuer do if they cannot provide breaths?
Avoid unnecessary neck movement while ensuring the airway can be opened. If unable to provide breaths, begin chest compressions and follow dispatcher instructions.
True or False. A person who is drowning may need rescue breaths as part of CPR, unlike the usual hands-only approach for a witnessed adult collapse.
True
We check students' knowledge after the presentations to see how much they have learned.