Asked by Michal Burton on Apr 25, 2024
The nurse walks into her patient's room to find him unresponsive.She begins cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) ,knowing that during a "code" situation,chest compressions should be interrupted for which of the following situations? (Select all that apply. )
A) Ventilation
B) Pulse checks
C) Intubation
D) Defibrillation
Chest Compressions
A life-saving technique that involves pressing on the chest of someone who has had a cardiac arrest, to maintain blood circulation.
Code Situation
A term used in healthcare environments to indicate an emergency situation where immediate medical assistance is required, often specifying types like code blue for a cardiac arrest.
Pulse Checks
The act of palpating a pulse to determine heart rate and rhythm, typically performed at accessible arteries such as the wrist or neck.
- Comprehending the significance and efficacy of prompt intervention methods in critical situations, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation.
- Achieve proficiency in the methods and approaches for efficient cardiopulmonary resuscitation, encompassing the depth and frequency of chest compressions.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehending the significance and efficacy of prompt intervention methods in critical situations, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation.
- Achieve proficiency in the methods and approaches for efficient cardiopulmonary resuscitation, encompassing the depth and frequency of chest compressions.
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