Approval: Victim's Unconsciousness by a Professional Responder
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Confirm if the victim is breathing or only gasping
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Initiate the emergency response system
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Retrieve and power on the AED
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Approval: AED Operational Status by a Trained Operator
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Place the AED pads correctly on victim's chest
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Ensure everyone is clear of the victim
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Allow AED to analyze the victim’s heart rhythm
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Approval: Analysis Result by a Medical Professional
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Comply with AED prompts
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Delivery of shock if AED recommends
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Start or resume CPR for 2 minutes following shock
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Continue alternating between checking and providing treatment until the emergency medical services arrive
Ensure safety for you and the victim
Your safety is paramount in any emergency situation. This task involves assessing the surroundings to identify any potential dangers or hazards that could harm you or the victim. The result of this task is to create a safe environment for providing aid. Consider the location, presence of dangerous substances, or any other factors that may jeopardize your safety. What steps will you take to ensure safety?
Recognize if the victim is unconscious
Determining whether the victim is conscious or unconscious is crucial to providing appropriate care. This task involves assessing the person's responsiveness and consciousness levels. The desired result is to accurately identify their state. What signs will you look for to determine if the victim is unconscious?
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Unresponsiveness
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Lack of movement
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No response to stimuli
Approval: Victim's Unconsciousness by a Professional Responder
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Confirm if the victim is breathing or only gasping
Checking the victim's breathing is important to assess their condition and provide prompt assistance. This task involves observing the victim's chest movements and listening for breath sounds. The desired result is to determine if the victim is breathing normally or experiencing only gasping breaths. What signs will you look for to confirm their breathing status?
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Rise and fall of chest
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Audible breath sounds
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Gasping or irregular breaths
Initiate the emergency response system
Activating the emergency response system is crucial to ensuring that professional help arrives as quickly as possible. This task involves contacting emergency services or alerting designated personnel in your organization. The desired result is a prompt alert for professional assistance. How will you initiate the emergency response system in your specific situation?
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Call emergency services
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Press emergency button
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Notify designated personnel
Retrieve and power on the AED
Obtaining the automated external defibrillator (AED) and ensuring it is operational are essential steps in providing advanced care. This task involves locating the AED and verifying its power source. The desired result is a ready-to-use AED. Where is the AED located in your environment? How will you ensure it is powered on and functional?
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Battery-powered
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Electrical outlet
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Unknown
Approval: AED Operational Status by a Trained Operator
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Retrieve and power on the AED
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Place the AED pads correctly on victim's chest
Proper pad placement is crucial for the effectiveness of the AED. This task involves correctly positioning the AED pads on the victim's chest to ensure optimal contact and signal delivery. The desired result is accurate pad placement. How will you position the AED pads correctly on the victim's chest?
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Expose victim's chest
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Remove clothing or jewelry if necessary
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Apply pads following diagram illustrations
Ensure everyone is clear of the victim
Clearing the area around the victim is important for safety during defibrillation. This task involves ensuring that no one is in contact with the victim or touching the AED during shock delivery. The desired result is a clear space for safe defibrillation. How will you communicate and ensure everyone maintains a safe distance from the victim?
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Request everyone to step back
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Ensure limited access to the victim
Allow AED to analyze the victim’s heart rhythm
Letting the AED analyze the victim's heart rhythm is essential to determine if a shock is required. This task involves allowing the AED to analyze the victim's heart rhythm without interruption. The desired result is accurate analysis. How will you ensure the AED can analyze the victim's heart rhythm undisturbed?
Approval: Analysis Result by a Medical Professional
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Allow AED to analyze the victim’s heart rhythm
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Comply with AED prompts
Following the AED's prompts is crucial for the proper delivery of care. This task involves listening to and adhering to the voice prompts or instructions provided by the AED. The desired result is correct compliance with the AED's guidance. What prompts or instructions might the AED provide? How will you ensure compliance?
Delivery of shock if AED recommends
Administering a shock with the AED, if recommended, is a critical intervention. This task involves following the AED's instructions and delivering a shock if advised. The desired result is an accurate and timely shock delivery. What steps will you take to deliver a shock if the AED recommends it?
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Press shock button
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Confirm and deliver shock
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Other
Start or resume CPR for 2 minutes following shock
Performing CPR after a shock is essential to maintain circulation and provide ongoing life support. This task involves initiating or continuing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately following a shock. The desired result is effective chest compressions and rescue breaths. How will you start or resume CPR for 2 minutes after the shock is delivered?
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Hands-only CPR
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Standard CPR with rescue breaths
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Check for responsiveness
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Perform chest compressions
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Administer rescue breaths
Continue alternating between checking and providing treatment until the emergency medical services arrive
Continuing to assess and provide care until professional medical assistance arrives is crucial. This task involves regularly checking the victim's vital signs, responsiveness, and performing CPR if necessary. The desired result is sustained care until the arrival of emergency medical services. How will you ensure continuous care and assessment until help arrives?
