CPR and AED Knowledge Quiz

What is the primary function of CPR in a cardiac emergency?

• To correct the underlying heart problem

• To prevent brain damage

• To deliver an electric shock

• To provide medication

What does an AED do to help a person in cardiac arrest?

• Provides oxygen to the brain

• Delivers an electric shock to disrupt heart electrical activity

• Administers medication

• Monitors heart rate

What is a critical instruction regarding the use of pediatric AED pads?

• They can be used on adults

• They should be used on infants only

• Do NOT use pediatric AED pads on an adult

• They are interchangeable with adult pads

What is the first step when using an AED on an adult?

• Remove the person's clothes

• Apply the pads

• Turn it on

• Plug it in

Where should the AED pads be placed on an adult?

• Upper left and lower right

• Upper right and lower left

• Both on the upper chest

• Both on the lower chest

What should you do after the AED delivers a shock?

• Remove the pads

• Turn off the AED

• Resume CPR with pads still on

• Wait for EMS to arrive

When should you stop using the AED or giving CPR?

• After 5 minutes

• When the AED runs out of battery

• When there is an obvious sign of life or EMS shows up

• After three shocks

What should you ensure before analyzing or shocking a person with an AED?

• Make sure nobody is touching the person

• Ensure the person is sitting up

• Remove all clothing from the person

• Call emergency services

What is the first step if a shock is advised by the AED?

• Resume CPR immediately

• Push the shock button

• Make sure nobody is touching the victim and say “stand clear”

• Turn off the AED

What should you do if no shock is advised by the AED?

• Turn off the AED

• Resume CPR immediately

• Remove the AED pads

• Wait for medical personnel