Question
Which of following statements are included in 2005 American Heart Association –
| A. |
Newborn CPR is applied from first hour after birth until the newborn leaves the hospital |
| B. |
Newborn CPR is applied from first hour after birth until first 24 hours |
| C. |
Child CPR guidelines for lay rescuer apply to children from 1 to 8 years of age |
| D. |
A and C |
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Correct Answer » D Explanation |
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The 2005 American Heart Association (AHA) CPR Guidelines classify patients into different age groups for resuscitation:
- Newborn (Neonate): From birth until discharge from the birth hospitalization.
- Infant: Less than 1 year of age.
- Child: 1 year to the onset of puberty (for healthcare providers). However, for lay rescuers, the child CPR algorithm was designed for children aged 1–8 years.
- Adult: Older children/adolescents and adults.