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2016 BASIC LIFE SUPPORT EXAM REVIEW

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**Describe the techniques for performing high-quality CPR on an adult. Include rate, ratio, and compression depth. -Start compressions within 10 seconds of recognition of cardiac arrest. -push hard ... , push fast: compress at a rate of 100 to 120/min with a depth of at least 2 inches (5cm) for adults. -give 30 compression to 2 breaths ratio. -Allow complete chest recoil after each compression. -Minimize interruptions in compression (try to limit interruption to less than 10 seconds) -Give effective breathes that make the chest rise -Avoid excessive ventilation **Describe the team dynamics based on the statement of “Members of the team know their boundaries and ask for help before the resuscitation attempt worsens.” - knowing your limitations. Team members should know their limitations of helping the other person, which is knowing when to ask for more help. **Describe what your first course if action if a victim of a foreign-body airway obstruction becomes unresponsive. - Start CPR beginning with chest compressions [Show More]

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