Vastus laterus Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

FUNDAMENTALS CPR STEPS ALWAYS ESTABLISH RESPONSIVENESS FIRST, activate rescue team, place client on a firm surface, open airway and check for breathing, if not breathing administer 2 breaths, then start compressions Chest compressions are ONE FINGER BENEATH NIPPLE LINE DIRECTLY OVER STERNUM IV INFILTRATION Seepage of IV fluid out of the vein and into surrounding tissues occurs when it is dislodged or perforates the wall of vein. PREVENTION: Avoid puncture over area of flexion, secure w...