Basic Procedures for Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and CPR Quiz

It stands for Automated External Defibrillator.

To restart the heart's normal rhythm.

To maintain blood circulation is the primary purpose.

Checking for responsiveness is the first step.

Ensure no one is touching the victim before delivering a shock.

Lower half of the sternum is the correct hand placement.

The ratio is 30 compressions to 2 breaths.

Reassess every 2 minutes.

Compress the chest at least 2 inches deep.

At least 2 inches is the recommended depth of compressions.

Continue CPR until emergency services arrive if the victim starts breathing normally.

The sequence is early recognition, early CPR, early defibrillation, advanced care.

The ratio is 30 compressions to 1 breath for one-rescuer CPR on an adult.