ERC - Education Flashcards
1
Q
What are the core elements needed in teaching CPR
A
Ability to identity risk to themselves
Recognition of unconsciousness, agonal or not breathing
Compression rate, depth, recoil
+/- ventilation rate and volume
2
Q
How often should BLS retraining be done
A
12-24 months
3
Q
What is the rapid cycle deliberate practice (used in teaching on ALS courses)
A
Do one simulation uninterrupted
Debrief
Second simulation interrupted for direct feedback
4
Q
Compare BLS, ILS and ALS
A
BLS: recognition, help, compressions, AED use
ILS: keep them alive until help comes. ABCDE assessment, access and drugs
ALS: + non technical skills
