Adult CPR
Where do you check the pulse on an adult and for how long?
Carotid artery and at least 5 seconds but no more than 10 seconds
Explain a pulse check on a child.
check carotid artery no longer than 10 seconds. if no pulse or less than 60 bpm with signs of poor perfusion, start compressions.
How do you check for response on an infant?
Tap and shout.
Flick bottom of feet.
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
What is an abnormal heart rhythym that prevents the heart from pumping blood?
Ventricular Fibrillation or VF
If you find no pulse on an adult, what is the first step of CPR you start with?
Chest compressions, Airway,and then breathing
What is the compression to breath cycle for doing cpr on a child alone?
30 compressions to 2 breaths
How do you check for a pulse on an infant?
Check the brachial artery for 5-10 seconds using 2-3 fingers on the inside upper arm
What does an AED do?
Analyzes the heart rhythm
Name 2 critical components of high quality CPR.
1. Minimize interruptions in chest compressions
2. Provide compressions of adequate rate
3. Provide compressions of depth
4. Avoid leaning between compressions
5. Avoid excessive ventilation
What is the rate of compressions a minute for adult cpr?
100 to 120 compressions per minute
What is the compression to breath ratio for 2 person child cpr? What happens after 2 minutes of CPR?
15 compressions to 2 breaths. After 2 minutes, re-assess and switch positions your partner in less than 5 seconds
What is the compression depth on an infant and explain how to do compressions on an infant?
1/3 the depth of the chest and using both thumbs side by side in the center of infant's chest on lower half of the breastbone
What is the AED pad placement on an adult?
1 on right upper chest and 1 to the left of the left nipple so top edge of pad reaches few inches below armpit
What is the CPR sequence?
CAB
C- chest compressions to circulate victim's blood
A-maintain an open airway
B-provide rescue breaths
What is the depth of compression for doing cpr on an adult?
2" to 2.4"
What is the first step for doing cpr on a child after you determine there to be no pulse if you are alone?
Begin CPR before calling 911. Complete 5 cycles which should last 2 minutes before calling.
How do you perform breaths on an infant?
2 slow, gentle puffs of air from the cheeks lasting 1 second each
Where do you place AED pads on an infant?
One pad center of baby's chest and one on the baby's upper back chest
What are two ways to open an airway?
Head tilt chin lift or Jaw thrust maneuver.
How many breaths do you administer during adult cpr for how long? And what are you watching for when you give the breaths?
2 breaths with each lasting 1 second and watch for chest rising.
How do you check for a response from a child?
Tap and shout, then check for breathing and pulse.
When opening the airway on an infant, what is the term used to remind us not to tilt the infant's head back too far?
sniff position, you do not want to over extend the infant's neck
What are 3 special considerations before placing AED pads on a person?
Don't place on medication patches, Avoid placing on top of pacemaker/defibrillator, remove any jewelry or clothing, excessive chest hair may need to be shaved.
What is the amount of chest compression, and how deep on a child?
1/3 of the chest diameter, 100-120 compressions per minute?