CPR
CPR is:
Applying pressure to the chest rhythmically to trigger a heartbeat
The acronym AED stands for:
auto-external defibrillator
What is cardiac arrest?
When the heart stops functioning properly
Between someone who is and isn't certified, who should conduct CPR?
Someone who is certified
How does the AED interact with the heart? (What does it do?)
An AED delivers electronic pulses to restart the heartbeats rhythm
When someone goes under cardiac arrest you should:
Call an ambulance
Chest compressions should be how deep during CPR?
2 inches, roughly
Where should the pads be applied when using an AED?
The upper-right chest, and near the ribs on the left hip
3 symptoms of Cardiac Arrest are:
Nausea, dizziness, and headaches
If someone becomes responsive after CPR you should:
Stop CPR and help them while an ambulance arrives
Should you ever ignore an audio prompt from an AED?
No
If you are worried about a friend or family member going into cardiac arrest you should:
Consult a doctor