Critical Skill Checks for response in patient (less than 10 seconds)? Calls for help? Checks for a carotid pulse (5 to 10 seconds)? DOES NOT START CPR because there is a pulse? Opens the patients airway appropriately? Jaw thrust in the case of suspected neck injury
Is there one breath every 5-6 seconds? (No overventilation)
INTRODUCE BAG MASK AFTER 2 MINUTES Is bag mask appropriately placed? Is the patient appropriately ventilated (volume/rate)?
Blood Pressure: 90/60 MM/HG To 120/80 MM/HG Breathing: 16 To 24 Breaths Per Minute Pulse: 60 To 100 Beats Per Minute Temperature: 97.8°F To 99.1°F (36.5°C To 37.5°C)