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- 1. Multiple Choice
When performing CPR on an unresponsive choking victim, what modification should you incorporate?
each time you open the airway, look for the obstructing object
There is no modifications to CPR for an unresponsive choking victim
Attempt a jaw thrust instead of a head tilt-chin lift
You do not give breaths to an unresponsive choking victim
- 2. Multiple Choice
Why is allowing complete chest recoil important when performing high quality CPR?
The heart will adequately refill between compressions
There will be a reduction of rescuer fatigue
The rate of chest compressions will increase
It will reduce the risk of rib fractures
- 3. Multiple Choice
You witness someone suddenly collapse. The person is unresponsive, you hear gasping sound and there's no pulse. What should you do next?
Give rescue breaths only; the gasps are not normal breathing
Begin CPR; the gasps are not normal breathing
Begin CPR,even though gasping is normal breathing
Monitor the patient; the gasps are considered normal breathing
- 4. Multiple Choice
You and another rescuer begin CPR. After a few cycles, you notice the chest compression rate is slowing. What should you say to offer constructive feedback?
you need to compress at a rate of at least 100 per minute
you need to compress at a rate of 80-120 per minute
you need to compress at a rate of at least 120 per minute
you need to compress at a rate of 100-120 per minute
- 5. Multiple Choice
What action do you perform to relieve choking in an unresponsive infant?
Give 5 sets of back slaps and 5 chest thrusts
Perform CPR, and look in the mouth for the obstructing object
Attempt a blind finger sweep when giving breaths to remove the obstructing object
Give sets of 5 abdominal thrusts and 5 back slapps
- 6. Multiple Choice
After the AED pads are attached to the victim's bare chest, the AED detects ventricular fibrillation. What is the next step when using an AED?
press the shock button
Clear the patient
Follow the AED prompts
Check the patient for a carotid pulse
- 7. Multiple Choice
The team functions smoothly when all team members know their positions, functions, and tasks during a resuscitation attempt. Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed.
Knowing your limitations
mutual respect
clear roles and responsibilities
constructive interventions
- 8. Multiple Choice
2 rescuers begin high quality CPR while the third rescuer leaves to get the AED. What action supports 2-rescuer CPR?
Alternating giving shocks every 3 cycles
Alternating giving rescue breaths every 3 cycles
Alternating the compressor role every 2 minutes
Alternating the AED role every 2 minutes
- 9. Multiple Choice
Members of the team know their boundaries and ask for help before the resuscitation attempt worsens. Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed.
summarizing and reevaluation
knowlege sharing
knowing your limitations
constructive intervention
- 10. Multiple Choice
A middle aged man collapses. You and a second rescuer go to the victim and find that he is unresponsive, is not breathing,and does not have a pulse. What action is most likely to positively impact this victim's survival?
ensure scene safety
provide rescue breaths
check the pulse frequently
performing high quality CPR
- 11. Multiple Choice
When the AED arrives, what is the first step for using it?
Turn on the AED
Place pads on the patient's chest
press the shock button
clear the patient
- 12. Multiple Choice
What ratio for compressions to breaths should be used for 1-rescuer infant CPR?
5 compressions to 1 breath
15 compressions to 2 breaths
30 compressions to 2 breaths
. 20 compressions to 2 breaths
- 13. Multiple Choice
A victim with a foreign-body airway obstruction becomes unresponsive. What is your first course of action?
Roll the victim over and perform back blows
Perform blind finger sweeps
Perform abdominal thrusts
Start CPR, beginning with chest compressions
- 14. Multiple Choice
What is a consideration when you are using an AED?
On a hairy chest, the pads may not stick and may fail to deliver a shock
AEDs can be used while a victim is submerged in water
You should never remove a transdermal medication patch before applying AED pads
You should not use an AED on someone with an implanted pacemaker
- 15. Multiple Choice
Which victim requires high-quality CPR?
A victim who is responsive, has a pulse, and is having trouble breathing
A victim who is unresponsive with no normal breathing and no pulse
A victim who is responsive, is having trouble breathing, and has a pulse less than 60/min
A victim who is unresponsive, has a strong pulse, and is breathing adequately
- 16. Multiple Choice
When should rescuers switch positions during CPR?
Never switch rescuers, and maintain current roles
Switch rescuers at 5-minute intervals
Switch rescuers about every 2 minutes
Switch rescuers when placing the AED pads
- 17. Multiple Choice
Rapid defibrillation is a link in the adult Chain of Survival. Why is this important to survival?
It provides normal respiration
It prevents cardiac arrest
It eliminates the abnormal heart rhythm
It prevents respiratory arrest
- 18. Multiple Choice
How can rescuers ensure that they are providing effective breaths when using a bag-mask device?
Allowing air to release around the mask
Delivering breaths quickly and forcefully
Observing the chest rise with breaths
Always having oxygen attached to the bag
- 19. Multiple Choice
What should you do if you need to use an AED on someone who has been submerged in water?
Do not move the victim, and do not use the AED
Pull the victim out of the water, and wipe the chest
Pull the victim out of the water, but do not use the AED
Do not pull the victim out of the water, but wipe the chest before placing pads
- 20. Multiple Choice
1. While performing high-quality CPR on an adult, what action should you ensure is being
accomplished?
Maintaining a compression rate of 90 to 120/min
Placing hands on the upper third of the sternum
Allowing the chest to recoil 1 inch
Compressing to a depth of at least 2 inches
- 21. Multiple Choice
You have determined that the infant is RESPONSIVE and choking with a severe airway obstruction. How do you relieve the airway obstruction
Give abdominal thrusts
encourage the infant to cough
give sets of 5 back slaps and 5 chest thrusts
begin 2 thumb-encircling hands chest compressions
- 22. Multiple Choice
How do you perform chest compressions when providing high quality CPR to a child victim?
by compressing the chest at least 1/4 the depth of the chest (1.5 inches or 4 cm)
by compressing the chest at least 2/3 the depth of the chest, about 4 inches (10 cm)
by compressing the chest at least 1/2 the depth of the chest, about 3 inches (8 cm)
By compressing the chest at least 1/3 the depth of the chest, about 2 inches (5 cm)
- 23. Multiple Choice
A 9 year old child has suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, a single rescuer determines that the child is in cardiac arrest, shouts for nearby help, and activates EMS. He begins CPR. Two additional rescuers arrive to assist in the attempt. What actions should occur next, to support a team-based resuscitation attempt?
1 rescuer gives CPR while the other 2 wait for advanced life support to arrive
2 rescuers alternate using the AED and giving breaths
2 rescuers operate the AED while the third rescuer gives breaths
2 rescuers alternate giving high-quality chest compressions
- 24. Multiple Choice
A 67 year old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse. You and a second rescuer begin performing high quality CPR. You notice the person giving chest compressions is not allowing for complete chest recoil. What is your next course of action?
Tell the compressor you notice decreased chest recoil
Stand back and await direction from the team leader
Take over leadership and give direction
immediately take over chest compressions
- 25. Multiple Choice
A victim with a foreign-body airway obstruction becomes unresponsive. What is your first course of action?
Roll the victim over and perform back blows
Start CPR, beginning with chest compressions
Perform blind finger sweeps
Perform abdominal thrusts
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