Which sign must be present to start CPR according to guidelines?

Prepare for the Pediatric Cardiac Arrest Test using flashcards and multiple choice questions. Each question is accompanied by helpful hints and detailed explanations to ensure you're ready for the exam!

Multiple Choice

Which sign must be present to start CPR according to guidelines?

Explanation:
Unresponsiveness is the sign that starts the action. When a child does not respond to you—no reaction to tapping or shouting—and is not breathing normally, you begin CPR right away. The other signs imply the child is awake or breathing adequately, so CPR isn’t indicated at that moment. In real practice, you would then call for help and, if trained, begin high-quality chest compressions (and rescue breaths as appropriate).

Unresponsiveness is the sign that starts the action. When a child does not respond to you—no reaction to tapping or shouting—and is not breathing normally, you begin CPR right away. The other signs imply the child is awake or breathing adequately, so CPR isn’t indicated at that moment. In real practice, you would then call for help and, if trained, begin high-quality chest compressions (and rescue breaths as appropriate).

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