Cardiovascular Emergencies and Resuscitation Techniques Quiz

Atherosclerosis is the buildup of plaque in the arteries, leading to blockage and heart attack.

The carotid artery is commonly checked for a pulse during CPR as it is easily accessible and indicative of blood flow to the brain.

Ventricular Tachycardia (VT) is a rhythm considered shockable during defibrillation, where the heart beats too fast and erratically.

Asystole refers to the absence of electrical and mechanical activity in the heart, often considered a state of cardiac arrest.

Peripheral edema, swelling in the extremities, is a common sign of heart failure due to fluid retention.

Loss of consciousness is a common symptom of cardiac arrest due to lack of blood flow to the brain.

CPR for adults typically involves compressing the chest at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute to maintain blood circulation.

ABC stands for Airway, Breathing, and Circulation, the foundational steps in basic life support.

Chest compressions during CPR for adults should be approximately 2-2.5 inches deep to effectively circulate blood.

The recommended compression-ventilation ratio for single rescuer CPR in adults is 30 chest compressions to 2 rescue breaths.

Amiodarone is commonly used during cardiac arrest to stabilize heart rhythm.

Defibrillation aims to restore the heart's normal rhythm by delivering an electric shock.

The recovery position helps maintain an open airway and prevents airway obstruction, especially in unconscious individuals.

ROSC refers to the restoration of a heartbeat and circulation without external assistance following cardiac arrest.

Cyanosis, a bluish discoloration of the skin, is a sign of inadequate chest compressions during CPR, indicating poor oxygenation.