Child and infant CPR Theory
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Child CPR Sequence of Events and Techniques
Understanding Cardiac Arrest in Children
Differences in Causes and Priorities
- Child vs. Adult: Distinct Sequence of Events
- Hypoxic Spiral: A Common Path to Cardiac Arrest in Children
- Managing Child Arrest: Prioritizing Hypoxia Correction
- Initial Ventilations: Providing Five Rescue Breaths
- Optimizing Ratios: 15 Compressions to 2 Inflations
- Child vs. Adult: Recognizing the Difference
- Universal Action: 30:2 CPR Ratio
Child CPR requires an understanding of the unique sequence of events leading to cardiac arrest in children. Addressing hypoxia, providing initial ventilations, and adjusting techniques based on the child's size are crucial elements of effective child CPR.
Proper Hand Placement for Chest Compressions
Adapting to the Child's Size
- Infants: Two-Finger Technique, Nipple Placement
- Larger Children: Heel of Hand for Adequate Depth
- Bigger Children: Transition to Two-Hand Compressions
Adjusting hand placement during chest compressions is essential, ensuring effective compression depth for the child's size, whether it's an infant or a larger child.
Optimal Airway Management
Gentle Approach for Child and Infant Airways
- Neutral Alignment: Using Support under Shoulders
- Soft Tissues: Gentle Handling of Child's Airway
- Firm Structures: Maintain Contact with Cheekbones and Mandible
- Adequate Chest Movement: Key Indicator during Inflations
Proper airway management in children and infants requires a gentle approach, maintaining neutral alignment, and focusing on chest movement during inflations.