CPR Basics
What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for an adult during CPR?
30:2
What is the most common airway obstruction in an unresponsive patient?
The tongue
What is the most common sign of hypoglycemia?
Altered mental status
What does the "B" in the ABC`s of trauma stand for?
Breathing
What is the average gestational period for a full- term pregnancy?
40 weeks
What does the term "implied consent" mean in EMS?
Consent assumed for an unresponsive patient who needs emergency care
At what rate should chest compressions be performed during CPR
100-120 compressions per minute
Which maneuver is used to open the airway of a patient with no suspected spinal injury
Head-tilt, chin-lift
What is the normal blood glucose range in an adult?
60 to 110 mg/dL
What is the first step in controlling bleeding?
Apply direct pressure
What is the term for delivery of a baby buttocks or feet first?
Breech birth
What does HIPPA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
What is the first step you should take when you encounter an unresponsive patient?
Ensure the scene is safe
What device is used to maintain an open airway in an unresponsive patient without a gag reflex?
Oropharyngeal air way (OPA)
What is the first treatment step for a patient experiencing anaphylaxis
Administer epinephrine
Protecting the cervical spine
What is the first action when a newborn is not breathing after delivery?
Stimulate the newborn
What is the primary role of Good Samaritan laws?
To protect rescuers from liability when providing emergency care
How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?
At least 2 inches (5cm)
10-15 liter per minute
What is condition is characterized by difficulty breathing, wheezing, and a history of asthma?
Asthma exacerbation
What is the purpose of a rapid trauma assessment?
To identify life-threatening injuries
What is the appropriate compression to ventilation ratio for CPR in a child with two rescuers?
15:2
What should you do if a conscious patient refuses treatment?
Explain the risks, document the refusal, and have them sign a refusal form
What device can be used to restore a normal heart rhythm in a patient experiencing sudden cardiac arrest?
An automated external defibrillator (AED)
What is the appropriate method to measure the correct size of nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)?
From the tip of the nose to the earlobe
What is the medical term for a heart attack
Myocardial infraction
What does "mechanism of injury" (MOI) refer to in trauma?
The force or forces that caused the injury
What is the primary concern for a child with a fever and a rash?
Potential meningitis
What is the legal term for ending care without ensuring another provider continues it?
Abandonment