First Aid & CPR Flashcard

Front

What is the first step you should take when you see someone who may need CPR?

Back

Check the scene for safety.

Front

Which of the following is the correct depth for chest compressions on an adult during CPR? At least 1 inch, At least 2 inches, 3 to 4 inches, 5 to 6 inches

Back

At least 2 inches

Front

If the victim is conscious what do you ask for before you help them?

Back

Consent

Front

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute in CPR?

Back

At least 100 compressions per minute

Front

When performing CPR on an infant, how should you position your hands?

Back

Use two fingers for chest compressions.

Front

What is the purpose of rescue breathing if someone can't breathe for themselves?

Back

To provide oxygen to the lungs

Front

How should you clear the airway of a choking adult who is still conscious? Options: Perform 10 back blows and 5 chest thrusts, Perform 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts, Give rescue breaths immediately, Encourage them to cough

Back

Perform 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts

Front

Which of the following signs best indicates that a person is in cardiac arrest? Severe chest pain, Unresponsiveness and not breathing, Sweating and dizziness, Rapid breathing

Back

Unresponsiveness and not breathing

Front

What should you do if a person is having a seizure? Options: Restrain the person to prevent injury, Place something in the person's mouth to prevent biting tongue, Move objects away from the person, Try to wake the person by shaking them

Back

Move objects away from the person

Front

In the case of a suspected spinal injury, what is the most important thing to avoid?

Back

Moving the person