Demonstration should include
- identifying the causes of respiratory arrest and cardiac arrest
- explaining the pathophysiology associated with these conditions
- following the accepted steps to treat a patient with these symptoms.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why might a respiratory problem lead to cardiac arrest?
- How can bradycardia and tachycardia both result in cardiac failure?
- How does the automated external defibrillator (AED) work for a patient in cardiac arrest?