CPR
What is the preferred method of CPR for an untrained bystander?
Hands only
What all might come in an AED kit?
child and adult pads, scissors, razor, gloves, shields
What is the #1 cause of death in America?
heart disease
Cardiac Arrest can strike anyone at any time. True or False
True
What is the recommended song you should use as a rhythm technique during CPR?
Stayin' Alive
What is the rate of compressions used for adult CPR (how many beats per minute)
100 beats per minute
Will an AED administer a shock to someone who doesn't need it?
No
What are 2 heart attack symptoms?
pain in the back, neck, chest, arms, shortness of breath, lightheaded, anxiety
You can break a person's ribs when performing CPR. True or false
true
What does "cardio" mean
heart
How many inches should you push the chest down while giving CPR for an an infant, adolescent and adult
infant - 1/2 inch. Adolescent - 1 - 1/2 inches. Adult - 2 inches
Explain the commands an AED will give you and how it works
The AED analyzes the heart's rhythm, states whether a shock is advised, and then charges. The AED then tells the operator then to push a button that will deliver the shock. An AED will recognize two deadly heart rhythms. It will tell you to resume or begin CPR
What are 2 risk factors for heart attacks
obesity, poor diet, lack of exercise, heredity
If you witness someone suffering from cardiac arrest but you are unsure what to do, then you should stand back and do nothing. True or false
False. Doing something is better than nothing. Call 911, ask for help, get an AED, administer CPR to the best of your ability
what does "pulmonary" mean
lungs
If possible, you should switch with someone else every _______ minute(s) while giving CPR to ensure the victim is getting the correct amount of compression
2
Name 5 places where you can find an AED here at HMS
gym lobby, nurses office, 8th grade wing, information desk, track
A heart attack often leads to cardiac arrest. It is estimated that more than ________% of victims die before reaching the hospital if CPR is not started immediately
95%
The victim has suffered from cardiac arrest and needs and AED. Their shirt is wet and they are wearing a chain necklace. As a bystander prepared to help the victim, explain what you should do in this situation
Call 911, ask "are you ok" and remove the wet shirt and dry off the person. Remove the chain necklace and begin CPR until an ambulance arrives
what does "resuscitation" mean?
revive
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What does AED stand for
Automated External Defibrillator
You witness someone grabbing at his or her chest, having difficulty breathing and suddenly becoming pale. What could this person be suffering from and what are 2 things you can do to help the victim?
Heart attack. Call 911, Ask if they're ok, ask if they take medication. Stay with the victim and be prepared to begin CPR if they fall into cardiac arrest
What are the first 3 things should you do when you see a person on the ground that appears to be suffering from cardiac arrest?
Are cardiac arrest and heart attack the same thing? If not what is the difference.
Cardiac arrest is when the heart stops and requires CPR. A heart attack when blood supply to part of the heart is blocked. A heart attack could lead to cardiac arrest