AHA BLS_Assessment C

Front

When should rescuers switch positions during CPR?

Back

About every 2 minutes

Front

A 67 year-old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse. You and a second rescuer begin performing high-quality CPR. You notice the person giving chest compressions is not allowing for complete chest recoil. What is your next course of action?

Back

Tell the compressor you notice decreased chest recoil

Front

"The team functions smoothly when all team members know their positions, functions, and tasks during a resuscitation attempt." Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed: Clear roles and responsibilities, Knowing your limitations, Constructive intervention, Mutual respect.

Back

Clear roles and responsibilities

Front

Early defibrillation is a link in the adult Chain of Survival. Why is this important to survival?

Back

It eliminates the abnormal heart rhythm.

Front

What special circumstance should a rescuer consider when using an AED?

Back

On a hairy chest, the pads may not stick and may fail to deliver a shock.

Front

When the AED arrives, what is the first step for using it?

Back

Turn on the AED

Front

After the AED pads are attached to the person, the AED detects ventricular fibrillation. What is the next step when using an AED?

Back

Follow the AED prompts

Front

What should you do if you need to use an AED on someone who has been submerged in water?

Back

Pull the person out of the water, and wipe the chest

Front

Why is defibrillation important?

Back

It can restore a regular cardiac rhythm.

Front

Which adult victim requires high-quality CPR? Options: Has normal breathing and has a pulse, Has no normal breathing and no pulse, Has a pulse and is having trouble breathing, Has a strong pulse and is breathing

Back

Has no normal breathing and no pulse