NHS Pathways DLP Questions and Answers 2024/2025

NHS Pathways DLP Questions and Answers 2024/2025 How long after being deprived of oxygen do cells start to die? - answer-After 3-5 minutes What is shock? - answer-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. List the features of shock - answer-Skin is cold & clammy Very weak Unable to stand up Pale skin (even blue or grey) What does AED stand for? - answer-automated external defibrillator The resuscitation council guidelines indicate that for each minute CPR is delayed there is a ? reduction in survival rates? - answer-10% What is agonal breathing? - answer-Barely breathing or taking infrequent, noisy gasps. These usually occur about every 10-15 seconds How common is agonal breathing? - answer-40% of patients. What should happen if there is doubt about whether a collapsed person is displaying agonal breathing? - answer-It should be assumed that they are not breathing