Question

a nurse is reviewing adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) with a newly licensed nurse. which of the following steps should the nurse identify as the first response when performing cpr? a. call for assistance b. begin chest compressions c. confirm unresponsiveness d. give rescue breaths

Explanation:

In adult CPR, the first step is to confirm unresponsiveness by tapping the person on the shoulder and shouting to check if they are awake. Only after confirming unresponsiveness should other steps like calling for assistance, starting chest - compressions, or giving rescue breaths be taken.

Answer:

C. Confirm unresponsiveness