A 9-year-old child has suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, a single rescuer determines that the child i
s in cardiac arrest, shouts for nearby help, and activates the emergency response system. He immediately begins performing high-quality CPR. Two additional rescuers arrive to assist in the resuscitation attempt. What actions should occur next, to support a team-based resuscitation attempt?
The correct answer would be - alternate high quality chest compression by two rescuers.
Explanation:
In the case of the cardiac arrest one should call for the help in order to activate emergency response if the condition is safe, followed by the the chest compression or CPR to the patient immediately. As soon as the rescuers come to the help they should perform a high quality CPR or chest compression in a alternate manner for the patient who is suffering from the cardiac arrest so it can begins to pumping the heart.
Thus, the correct answer is - alternative high quality chest compression by two rescuers.
