NHS PATHWAYS DLP QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS

NHS PATHWAYS DLP QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS 1. How long after being deprived of oxygen do cells start to die?: After 3-5 minutes 2. What is shock?: Life-threatening condition that occurs when the cardiovascular system fails for some reason, and is unable to circulate adequate amounts of oxygen around the body. 3. List the features of shock: Skin is cold & clammy Very weak Unable to stand up Pale skin (even blue or grey) 4. What does AED stand for?: automated external defibrillator 5. The resuscitation council guidelines indicate that for each minute CPR is delayed there is a ? reduction in survival rates?: 10% 6. What is agonal breathing?: Barely breathing or taking infrequent, noisy gasps. These usually occur about every 10-15 seconds 7. How common is agonal breathing?: 40% of patients