Basic Life Support Guidelines Quiz

What is the first action to take when assessing a victim in a CPR situation according to the Basic Life Support guidelines?

• Start chest compressions immediately

• Check for responsiveness by tapping and shouting

• Turn on the AED

• Deliver two breaths using a barrier device

What is the correct hand placement for performing high-quality chest compressions in an adult?

• Upper half of the sternum

• Lower half of the sternum

• Middle of the abdomen

• Left side of the chest

How many compressions should be delivered in one cycle of CPR for an adult?

• 15 compressions

• 20 compressions

• 30 compressions

• 50 compressions

What should be done immediately after delivering a shock with an AED?

• Check the victim's pulse

• Resume high-quality chest compressions

• Turn off the AED

• Deliver two breaths

Which technique is used to open the airway during CPR when providing breaths?

• Neck tilt and side lift

• Jaw thrust or head tilt-chin lift maneuver

• Shoulder tap

• Abdominal thrusts

What is the primary purpose of performing CPR in a case of cardiac arrest?

• To restore full consciousness immediately

• To maintain vital blood flow to the heart and brain until normal heart function can be restored

• To stop the cardiac arrest

• To relieve pain

During a multiple rescue team CPR effort, what is the recommended role switch time between compressors?

• Every 1 minute

• Every 2 minutes

• Every 5 minutes

• No switch required

What is the recommended ratio of compressions to ventilations in CPR for an adult?

• 15:2

• 30:2

• 5:1

• 20:2

CPR means .....

• Caring Pulmonary Resuscitation

• Cardiopulmonary Reflex

• Cardio Pulse Response

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

A cycle of CPR is .....

• 30 compressions / 2 breaths at 150 compressions per minute

• 20 compressions / 3 breaths at 100 compression per minute

• 30 compressions / 2 Breaths per minute

• 30 compressions / 2 Breaths at 100 compressions per minute