Question

1. You are providing CPR to an unresponsive patient without a pulse and someone brings the AED. What should you do?

a. Complete the cycle of CPR

b. Immediately place the AED pads

c. Check breathing

d. Recheck the pulse

2. Which of the following is incorrect concerning use of an AED?

a. If the patient is in water, pull them out.

b. If the patient is in snow, or a small puddle, you must move them.

c. If the AED does not detect a shockable rhythm, resume CPR.

d. When the AED announce "CLEAR" no one should be touching the victim.

3. When using an advanced airway, you should do which of the following?

a. Deliver synchronized breaths with compressions

b. Give 2 seconds with each breath

c. Discontinue compressions during delivery of breaths

d. Deliver 10 to 12 breaths per minute

Answer 1

Ans) 1) b. Immediately place the AED

Explaination:

Automated External Defibrillators is a machine which helps in delivery of shock when needed.

2) b. If the patient is in snow, or a small puddle, you must move them

Explaination:

- It is safe to use AEDs in all weather conditions.

If the victim is lying in water, move him or her to a relatively dry area before using the AED. In wet weather, be sure to wipe the victim's chest dry before placing the electrode pads.

3) a. Deliver synchronized breaths with compressions

Explaination:

Following placement of an advanced airway, the provider delivering ventilations should perform 1 breath every 6 to 8 seconds (8 to 10 breaths per minute) without pausing in applying chest compressions (unless ventilation is inadequate when compressions are not paused)