CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) complete questions and answers all solved solution guide

CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) complete questions and answers all solved solution guide In which locations do most out-of-hospital cardic arrests occur? - ANS Homes Which is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in children? - ANS Respiratory failure or shock What is the third link in the adult out-of-hospital Chain of Survival? - ANS Rapid defibrillation True/False: is this a good description of Cardiac Arrest: When an abnormal rhythm develops and the heart stops beating unexpectedly. - ANS True SCENARIO: a 53 yr old man suddenly collapses and becomes unresponsive. You witness him collapse and are the first rescuer to arrive at the scene. You find him lying motionless on the floor. - ANS What is the first action you should take in this situation? (Go to page 31 to reread scenario) - ANS Verify that the scene is safe for you and the victim The man doesn't respond when you touch his shoulders and shout "are you ok?" What is your best next action? (Go to page 31 to reread scenario) - ANS Shout for nearby help Several rescuers respond and you ask them to activate the emergency response and retrieve the AED and emergency equipment. As you check for pulse and breathing, you notice that the man is gasping for air and making "snorting" sounds. You do not feel a pulse. What is your best next action? (Go to page 31 to reread scenario) - ANS Start high-quality CPR, beginning with chest compressions What is the ratio compressions to breathes when providing CPR to an adult? - ANS 30 compressions to 2 breaths What are the rate and depth for chest compressions on an adult?