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Study Guide:Health 9 2016CPR, AED, and ChokingTo activate EMS and contact EMTs : -Call 911CPR stands for: -Cardio-pulmonary ResuscitationAn unresponsive person should be placed in what position when CPR is needed? -face-up -on a firm flat surfaceCPR is used for people when:-the heart has stopped beating-v-fib chaotic heart rhythm -v-tach erratic and inefficient heart rhythm How should you check for breathing?-look, listen, feel for breathing How long should you check for breathing in an unresponsive person before giving chest compressions?-5 to 10 seconds in durationWhen giving CPR:-compress the chest straight down by 2 inches-give cycles of 30 compressions-at a rate of 100 compressions per minute -use the heel of one hand while interlocking fingers of other hand at the center of the victims chest between the nipple line in the center of the sternum (breastbone)What does AED stand for?-Automatic External DefibrillatorDuring Cardiac Arrest an AED should be used:-as soon as possible-as soon as it becomes availableWhen caring for a person who is unconscious and has a blocked airway:-give chest compressions-look for an object in the victim’s mouthWhat is the recovery position?-placing the victim on his/her side.-recovery position is only to be used for a breathing but unconscious victim. (if they are breathing yes they have a pulse)When using the AED:-Turn ON-Expose victim’s chest-Attach electrode pads to victim’s EXPOSED chest (top right side of chest and lower left side of chest)-Plug in connector-Allow AED to analyze -Make sure everyone is clear and NOT in contact with the victim-Shock only when the AED tells you to do soWho can use the AED (defibrillator) in a public place?-anyone and everyoneWhat is the universal sign for choking?-grasping the throatWhere should you place your hands when doing the Heimlich Maneuver (abdominal thrusts) for a conscious choking victim?-In the middle of the abdomen just above the belly bottom-stand behind the victim, and give abdominal thrusts until the airway obstruction has been removed or the victim becomes unconscious. ................
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