CPR Knowledge Flashcard

Front

What is the first step in verifying scene safety for CPR?

Back

Do not enter an unsafe environment

Front

How often should you check the pulse during rescue breathing for an adult?

Back

Every 2 minutes

Front

What is the compression rate for CPR?

Back

100-120 compressions per minute

Front

Where should hand placement be for CPR on an adult? Options: Upper half of the breastbone, Lower half of the breastbone, Center of the chest, Just below the collarbone

Back

Lower half of the breastbone

Front

What is the recommended compression depth for an infant during CPR?

Back

1/3 the depth of the chest

Front

What should you do if you are alone and witness the collapse of a child? Options: Call 9-1-1 immediately, Perform CPR for 2 minutes before calling 9-1-1, Leave the victim to call 9-1-1 first, and look for an AED, Check for breathing and pulse

Back

Leave the victim to call 9-1-1 first, and look for an AED

Front

What should be done if a victim has a definite pulse but is not breathing?

Back

Perform rescue breathing

Front

What is the ratio of compressions to breaths for one rescuer performing CPR on an adult?

Back

30 compressions : 2 breaths