AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
How fast can brain death occur if CPR is not started promptly and AED applied?
10 minutes
Stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain becomes ____ or _____.
blocked, ruptures
Who should end a 911 call?
the dispatcher
What should you do if there is a tornado?
Seek shelter inside, stay away from windows, go in the basement, lie as flat as possible and protect your head with your hands.
What does apneic mean?
stops breathing
What is the first thing you should do when you receive an AED?
turn it on
A pt may experience one or more ____ _____ ____ (mini strokes) before having a CVA.
transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
When a conscious pt is experiencing symptoms of a cardiac emergency, they should first be assisted to:
sit or lie down.
What does PASS stand for?
Pull the pin, aim at the base, squeeze the handle, sweep back and forth
What are signs and symptoms or an emergency to report? (at least 5)
SOB, chest pain/pressure, arm/neck/shoulder pain, increases weakness, increased RR, hypotension, hypertension, diaphoresis, cyanosis, bradycardia, tachycardia, unconsciousness, change in mental status, any change from baseline
How often to AED's analyze the heart rhythm?
every 2 minutes
Pts especially at risk for a stroke include those with these diseases/disorders: (4)
Placing an unconscious pt in recovery position can protect the pt from ____.
aspiration
What will a healthcare facility's disaster plan outline?
The role of each team member in a disaster
If you are the EKG tech calling 911 for an emergency, what information do you need to provide the dispatcher with?
Address of emergency, phone number, description of emergency situation, any treatment being provided (especially CPR), any info on pt's med history and meds
What should be done if an AED does not detect a rhythym that can be corrected with a shock?
CPR should be performed
Why does Afib increase the chances of developing a stroke?
Afib allows blood to pool in the heart where it can clot and travel to the brain.
When a pt experiences cardiac arrest, what code is called?
code blue
What does RACE stand for?
Remove anyone in danger, Activate the alarm or call 911, Contain the fire, Extinguish the fire
Which of these medications may be given by means of a spray onto or under the pt's tongue?
nitroglycerin
AED's can deliver a shock to correct _____ _____.
ventricular fibrillation
What does F.A.S.T. stand for and explain each.
Face (drooping on one side? smile uneven), arms (is one arm weak, able to raise both arms), speech (is speech slurred, are they able to repeat a simple sentence), time (most important, if experiencing symptoms, report ASAP)
What is the rate (in BPM) at which a BVM (bag valve mask) should be squeezed when assisting an unconcious pt to breathe?
10-12 BPM
What actions would you take if there is an earthquake?
Drop to the ground, get under a sturdy piece of furniture, stay away from windows, do not exit the building during the shaking, do not use elevators, if trapped under debris, do not shout, cover mouth with a piece of fabric, do not light a match.
Why is aspirin sometimes given to pts who may be experiencing a heart attack?