CPR
What are the adult, infant, and children compression ratios?
Adult = 30:2
Child: 15:2 (1 rescuer), 30:2 (2 rescuer)
Infant: same as child
What is the Good Samaritan Law?
Protects individuals from legal implications that arise following CPR if they are trained in it and do it properly
Narcan/Nalaxone
What are 3 symptoms of shock?
cyanosis, mottling, paleness, cool skin, rapid & weak pulse, shallow breaths, altered mental state
You are at the park when you see a child suddenly collapse. They do not appear responsive. What is your first step of action?
Activate EMS (collapse witnessed)
What is the CPR modification for pregnant women?
LUD = Manual Lateral Uterine Displacement
(Push stomach to the LEFT)
What is the CPR modification for drowning victims?
Start with 2 rescue breaths before CPR.
Where do you place a tourniquet?
2-3 inches above wound, NOT on a joint
What is the medical term for nosebleeds? How do you treat them?
Expistaxis, lean FORWARD & pinch nose
In a sporting event on a bright summer day, a player complains of dizziness and mental fog. You note that their skin is dry and their pulse is fast & strong. What is the player suffering from?
Heat Stroke
What is the 4th chain of survival for Pediatrics In-Hospital?
Advanced Resuscitation
What do advanced airways do? What are the rates for them?
Keep airway open (no need for head-tilt-chin lift/jaw thrust)
Adult = 1 breath / 6 secs or 10 breaths/min
Pediatrics = 1 breath / 2-3 secs or 20-30 breaths/min
Sprain = problem with the LIGAMENT (bone to bone)
Strain = problem with the TENDONS/MUSCLES (muscle to bone)
You are at a birthday party when you see an adult clutching at their throat with both hands. They make no sound, but are obviously in distress. What are your steps of action?
1) ask "are you choking?"
2) heimlich manuver (J-motion thrusts)
Describe how to use a pocket mask and a bag mask (when do you use them)?
Pocket mask: 1 rescuer, place on the face with bridge of nose as guide, seal mask from the top and bottom of it, breaths for 1 second
Bag mask: 2 rescuer, USE E-C CLAMP, squeeze bag for 1 second
When do you start CPR? (name ALL three situations)
2) heart rate < 60 bpm w/ poor perfusion
3) no pulse, no breathing (agonal gasps do not count)
How do you treat a choking infant? List ALL steps.
1) Tap on infant's heel
2) Place infant face-down on your thigh
3) 5 back blows, 5 chest thrusts
4) finger sweep IF AND ONLY if food is visible in mouth
How do you treat severe bleeding?
2) FIRM, STEADY, CONSTANT pressure
3) tourniquet and treat for shock if needed
In a waiting room, a man who is perfectly conscious and has a pulse complains of left arm pain and chest pain. What does he have?
Describe High-Quality CPR.
1) firm, flat surface w/ no bulky clothing
2) non-dominant hand over dominant hand (over the sternum)
3) lock arms and align shoulders, push down hard and fast
4) watch chest recoil, interruptions <10 sec
Where do you put AED pads for children and adults? Draw it on the board.
Child = anterior (front) & posterior (back)
Adult = anterior (front) & lateral (side, patient LEFT)
Name 5 different types of wounds and describe what they are. (Hint: one is caused by tearing of flesh)
Avulsion, Amputation, Laceration, Puncture, Abrasion, Contusion, Open/Closed wounds, Sucking Chest wounds
What should you do if poison comes in contact with your skin?
1) remove contaminated clothing
2) rinse skin for 15-20 mins
3) call PCC (what was taken, amount taken, time taken)
A man falls from a ladder when trying to fix the roof of his house. He has no broken bones, but complains that his ankle is swollen, discolored, and tender. What is the problem?
Sprain