1.what is the first step when responding to an emergency situation?
ANS assess the scene/situation
2.when do you insure that the scene is safe?
ANS as soon as you see the victim
3.When is CPR required?
ANS no pulse or breathing & unconscious
4.How long do you take for a pulse check?
ANS min 5 secs and max 10 secs
5.what guidelines exist for AED use in chiildren under 8 years of age?
ANS use adult pads,dose may be used if pediatric pads are not
available
6.What is the depth of compression for an adult victim?
ANS 2 inches (5cm)
, 7.What is the compression ventilation ratio for 1 rescuer adult CPR?
ANS 30:2
8.Why is it important to compress the appropriate depth in CRP?
ANS to cause circulation
9.How many compressions should be given in one minute for victims of
any age for CPR?
ANS at least 100
10.What can occur if breaths are given too quickly or with too great a
vol- ume?
ANS you can put air in the stomach
11.What does the second rescuer do in CPR?
ANS rescue breaths
12.what is the first step in using the AED?
ANS turn it on