CPR1

What ratio for compressions to breaths should be used for 1-rescuer infant CPR? 

• a. Give 20 compressions to 2 breaths

• b. Give 5 compressions to 1 breath

• c. Give 15 compressions to 2 breaths

• d. Give 30 compressions to 2 breaths

What should you do if you need to use an AED on someone who has been submerged in water? 

• a. Do not move the person, and do not use the AED

• b. Pull the person out of the water, but do not use the AED

• c. Do not pull the person out of the water, and wipe the chest

• d. Pull the person out of the water, and wipe the chest

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 the emergency response system by using his mobile device. He immediately begins performing high-quality CPR. Two additional rescuers immediatly arrive to assist in the resuscitation attempt. What actions should occur next to support a team-based resuscitation attempt?

• a. Two rescuers should alternate using the AED and giving breaths

• b. Two rescuers should alternate giving high-quality chest compressions

• c. Two rescuers should operate the AED while the third rescuer gives breaths

• d. One rescuer should give CPR while the other 2 wait for advanced life support to arrive

Two rescuers begin high-quality CPR while the third rescuer leaves to get the AED. What action supports 2-rescuer CPR?

• a. Alternating the AED role every 2 minutes

• b. Alternating giving shocks every 3 cycles

• c. Alternating the compressor role every 2 minutes

• d. Alternating giving rescue breaths every 3 cycles

You witness someone suddenly collapse. The person is unresponsive, you hear gasping sounds, and there is no pulse. You phone 9-1-1. What should you do next?

• a. Begin CPR even though the gasping is normal breathing

• b. Monitor the patient; the gasps are considered normal breathing

• c. Give rescue breaths only; the gasps are not normal breathing

• d. Begin CPR; the gasps are not normal breathing

Why is defibrillation important?

• a. It can restore a regular cardiac rhythm

• b. It prevents re-arrest from occurring

• c. It is not important for cardiac arrest

• d. There is a 100% success rate

A 53 year old woman collapses while gardening. She is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. A neighbor, who is an emergency medical technician, rushes to her with an AED. When the AED arrives, what is the first step for using it? 

• a. Turn on the AED

• b. Apply the pads to the chest

• c. Press the shock button

• d. Clear the patient

After the AED pads are attached to the person, the AED detects ventricular fibrillation. What is the next step when using an AED? 

• a. Press the shock button

• b. Clear the patient

• c. Follow the AED prompts

• d. Check for a carotid pulse

"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.

• a. Mutual respect

• b. Constructive intervention

• c. Clear roles and responsibilities

• d. Knowing your limitations

"Members of the team know their boundaries and ask for help before the resusctiation attempt worsens." Match this staement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed. 

• a. Knowing your limitations

• b. Knowledge sharing

• c. Constructive intervention

• d. Summarizing and re-evaluation