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This is a difficult question to answer as it will vary with each situation. However, there is a saying that is referred to as the golden hour; which can be used as a rule of thumb. If, from the onset of the initial symptoms, a person can get advanced medial care within 1 hour, they have a good chance of making it.
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Does a victim with a pulse who is having trouble breathing need CPR?
yes
Is CPR the same for an electrocution victim?
no
Can you regularly stop in between CPR cycles to assess the response of the victim?
no you can not stopping CPR to check the victim unless he/she show a sign of life
What do you do after CPR?
If after CPR and defibrillation, and there is a pulse, the airway will need to remain open and the patient monitored for signs of life until the ambulance arrives.
When doing CPR what should you do when the victim show no sign of circulation?
Continue CPR if no signs of circulation.
What are the Red Cross protococalls on CPR and AED?
Red Cross protocols on CPR and AED are: # For CPR if signs of life are not present start CPR immediately. You will need to follow the basic steps of Check Call Care. # For AED when available immediately stop CPR and attach it to the victim. Follow the directions of the AED.
When is it appropriate to move an adult victim who needs CPR?
when an adult victim is in a dangerous environment
When it it appropriate to move an adult victim who needs CPR?
when an adult victim is in a dangerous environment
Why is barrier used for in CPR?
To prevent transmission of body fluids from victim to rescuer and from rescuer to victim.
What if victim is partially breathing?
If signs of life become visible you should check for a pulse. If the victim has no pulse, CPR should be continued. If the victim has a pulse, CPR should be ceased but you must continue to monitor the victim's vital signs.
Of a victim is unresponsive what should you do before starting CPR?
If I am not mistaken, first you should clear there air passage, then CPR.
What would it be appropriate to move an adult victim who needs CPR?
no
