CPR Flashcards

a superficial wound caused by rubbing or scraping, where the top layer of skin is worn away

Automated external defibrillator (AED)

Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning can take effect in minutes or hours, depending on the concentration of the gas

sudden and unexpected loss of heart function

a series of steps that, when followed rapidly, increase the chance of surviving a cardiac arrest

• STEP 1: CALL 911. ...
• STEP 2: ASSESS THE SCENE OF THE EMERGENCY. ...
• STEP 3: OPEN THE VICTIM'S AIRWAY. ...
• STEP 4: CHECK FOR BREATHING. ...
• STEP 5: 30 CHEST COMPRESSIONS. ...
• STEP 6: 2 RESCUE BREATHS. ...
• STEP 7: REPEAT THE CYCLE.

The American Red Cross CPR guidelines recommend 100 to 120 chest compressions per minute, 30 at a time.

Consent is a clear, voluntary, and enthusiastic agreement to a proposal or action, and in a sexual context, it requires explicit communication and is not implied by silence or a previous relationship. It must be ongoing and can be withdrawn at any time, and is not valid if given by someone who is incapacitated, unconscious, or under coercion.

the delivery of an electrical shock to the heart to stop life-threatening, disorganized rhythms like ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia, allowing a normal heart rhythm to resume

Low blood sugar, also called hypoglycemia, and high blood sugar, also called hyperglycemia

the immediate, temporary care given to a sick or injured person before professional medical help arrives

Good Samaritan laws protect people who provide reasonable, voluntary emergency assistance to others from being sued for unintentional injuries or death caused by their aid. The primary purpose is to encourage bystanders to offer help in an emergency without fear of legal repercussions. All 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C., have some form of Good Samaritan law, though the specifics can vary

a first-aid procedure used to dislodge a foreign object from a person's windpipe when they are choking

A laceration is a wound caused by the tearing or splitting of soft body tissue, resulting in an irregular, jagged cut. Unlike a clean surgical incision, lacerations are typically caused by blunt force trauma. They can range from minor, shallow skin tears to deep, severe wounds involving muscle, tendons, or bone.

A puncture is a wound caused by a pointed object, such as a nail, needle, or knife, that pierces the skin. Unlike a laceration, which is a tear, a puncture has a small entry hole but can be very deep, carrying germs and debris deep into the tissues. This increases the risk of infection, including tetanus.

Rescue breaths, also known as mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, are a first-aid technique used to manually deliver oxygen to a person who is not breathing. They are a critical part of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in specific situations, particularly for infants, children, and victims of respiratory-related cardiac arrest

Respiratory arrest is a life-threatening medical emergency where a person's breathing stops completely or becomes ineffective, but their heart may continue to beat for a short time. Without immediate intervention, the lack of oxygen will cause the heart to stop, leading to cardiac arrest and irreversible brain damage within minutes

Recognizing the signals of a heart attack is crucial, as the symptoms can vary significantly from person to person. Although many people expect a sudden, crushing chest pain, a heart attack can also begin slowly with mild pain or discomfort

First aid for seizures focuses on keeping the person safe until the seizure stops on its own, which most do within a few minutes. There are different types of seizures, and not all involve convulsions or loss of consciousness.

Medical shock is a life-threatening medical emergency where the body's organs and tissues do not get enough blood flow and oxygen. It can be triggered by any major injury or illness and can rapidly worsen. Without immediate medical treatment, shock can lead to organ failure and death

A tourniquet is a life-saving device used to control severe, life-threatening bleeding from a limb