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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 1 |
Verify Scene Safety Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 2 |
-Victim is unresponsive -Shout for nearby help -Activate emergency response system via mobile device (if appropriate) Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 3 |
Look for no breathing or only gasping and check pulse (simultaneously). Is pulse definitely felt within 10 seconds? Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 3a (Normal breathing, has pulse) |
-Activate emergency response system (if not already done) -Return to victim and monitor until emergency responders arrive Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 3b (No normal breathing, has pulse) |
-Provide rescue breathing, 1 breath every 3-5 sec -Add compressions if pulse is below 60/min with signs of poor perfusion -Activate emergency response system after 2 minutes if not already done -Continue rescue breathing; check pulse every 2 min. If no pulse, begin CPR Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 4 (No breathing or only gasping, no pulse) |
Check if sudden collapse was witnessed Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 4a (sudden collapse WAS witnessed) |
Activate emergency response system (if not already done) and retrieve AED/defibrillator Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 5 (sudden collapse was NOT witnessed)
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CPR: -1 rescuer: begin cycles of 30 compressions and 2 breaths -Use 15:2 ratio if second rescuer arrives -Use AED as soon as it is available Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 6 |
After about 2 minutes of CPR, if still alone, activate the emergency response system and retrieve the AED (if not already done) Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 7 |
AED analyzes rhythm. Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 8 (shockable rhythm detected) |
-Give 1 shock -Resume CPR immediately for about 2 minutes (until prompted by AED to allow rhythm check) -Continue until ALS providers take over or victim starts to move Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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Single-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 9 (no shockable rhythm detected) |
-Resume CPR immediately for about 2 minutes (until prompted by AED to allow rhythm check) -Continue until ALS providers take over or victim starts to move Pt. 5, pg. 46 |
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"To perform a pulse check in an infant, palpate a _________________." |
Brachial pulse Pt. 5, pg. 47 |
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"To perform a pulse check in a child, palpate a _________________." |
Carotid or femoral pulse Pt. 5, pg. 47 |
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Steps for Locating the Brachial Artery Pulse |
1. Place 2 or 3 fingers on the inside of the upper arm, midway between the infant's elbow and shoulder 2. Then press the fingers to attempt to feel the pulse for at least 5 but no more than 10 seconds Pt. 5, pg. 48 |
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Steps for Locating the Femoral Artery Pulse |
1. Place 2 fingers in the inner thigh, midway between the hipbone and the pubic bone and just below the crease where the leg meets the torso 2. Feel for a pulse for at least 5 but no more than 10 seconds Pt. 5, pg. 48 |
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If a pediatric victim is not breathing normally but a pulse of 60/min or less with signs of poor perfusion, start __________________." |
Chest compressions Pt. 5, pg. 48 |
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If you are alone and the infant's/child's arrest was sudden and witnessed: |
-Leave the victim to activate the emergency response system in your setting -Get the AED and emergency equipment. If someone else is available, send that person to get it Pt. 5, pg. 48 |
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If you are alone and the infant's/child's arrest was not sudden and witnessed: |
-Begin high-quality CPR for 2 minutes Pt. 5, pg. 48 |
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"If two rescuers are present for the resuscitation attempt of an infant or child, use a compression-to-ventilation ratio of _________." |
15:2 Pt. 5, pg. 49 |
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"For a very small child, _______________ may be adequate to achieve the desired compression depth." |
1-handed compressions Pt. 5, pg. 50 |
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"For infants, single rescuers should use the ____________ technique. If multiple rescuers are present, the ____________ technique is preferred." |
-2-finger technique -2 thumb-encircling Pt. 5, pg. 50 |
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Finger placement in the 2-finger technique |
-Center of the infant's chest
-Just below the nipple line -Lower half of the breastbone -Do not press the tip of the breastbone Pt. 5, pg. 50 |
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Thumb and finger placement in the 2 thumb-encircling technique |
-Side by side in the center of the infant's chest -On the lower half of the breastbone -Thumbs may overlap in very small infants -Encircle the infant's chest and support the infant's back with the fingers of both hands Pt. 5, pg. 51 |
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"It is very important to give both ________ and ___________ for infants and children during high-quality CPR." |
-Compressions -Breaths Pt. 5, pg. 52 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 1 |
Verify scene safety Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 2 |
-Victim is unresponsive -Shout for nearby help -First rescuer remains with victim -Second rescuer activates emergency response system and retrieves AED and emergency equipment Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 3 |
Look for no breathing or only gasping and check pulse (simultaneously) Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 3a (Normal breathing, has pulse) |
Monitor until emergency responders arrive Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 3b (No normal breathing, has pulse) |
-Provide rescue breathing, 1 breath every 3-5 sec -Add compressions if pulse remains below 60/min with signs of poor perfusion -Activate emergency response system (if not already done) after 2 minutes -Continue rescue breathing; check pulse about every 2 minutes; if no pulse, begin CPR Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 4 (No breathing or only gasping, no pulse) |
CPR: -First rescuer begins CPR with 30:2 ratio -When second rescuer returns, use 15:2 ratio -Use AED as soon as it is available Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 5 |
AED analyzes rhythm Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 6 (shockable rhythm detected) |
-Give 1 shock -Resume CPR immediately for about 2 minutes (until prompted by AED to allow rhythm check) -Continue until ALS providers take over or victim starts to move Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Multiple-Rescuer Pediatric BLS Algorithm: Step 7 (no shockable rhythm detected) |
-Resume CPR immediately for about 2 minutes (until prompted by AED to allow rhythm check). -Continue until ALS providers take over or victim starts to move Pt. 5, pg. 53 |
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Review Question 5.1: "What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer of a 3-year-old child?" a. 15 compressions to 1 breath b. 15 compressions to 2 breaths c. 20 compressions to 2 breaths d. 30 compressions to 2 breaths |
d. 30 compressions to 2 breaths Pt. 5, pg. 55 |
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Review Question 5.2: "What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for a 7-year-old child when 2 or more rescuers are present?" a. 15 compressions to 1 breath b. 15 compressions to 2 breaths c. 20 compressions to 2 breaths d. 30 compressions to 2 breaths |
b. 15 compressions to 2 breaths Pt. 5, pg. 55 |
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Review Question 5.3: "For what age victim is the 2-thumb encircling hands technique recommended when 2 or more rescuers are present?" a. A child younger than 3 years b. A child older than 3 years c. An infant older than 1 year d. An infant younger than 1 year |
d. An infant younger than 1 year Pt. 5, pg. 55 |
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Review Question 5.4: "What is the correct compression depth for a child?" a. At least 1/4 the depth of the chest, or about 1 inch b. At least 1/3 the depth of the chest, or about 1 1/2 inches c. At least 1/3 the depth of the chest, or about 2 inches d. At least 1/2 the depth of the chest, or about 2 1/2 inches |
c. At least 1/3 the depth of the chest, or about 2 inches Pt. 5, pg. 56 |
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Review Question 5.5: "What is the correct compression depth for an infant?" a. At least 1/4 the depth of the chest, or about 1 inch b. At least 1/3 the depth of the chest, or about 1 1/2 inches c. At least 1/3 the depth of the chest, or about 2 inches d. At least 1/2 the depth of the chest, or about 2 1/2 inches |
b. At least 1/3 the depth of the chest, or about 1 1/2 inches Pt. 5, pg. 56 |
