First Aid Fundamentals

What is the correct compression rate for adult CPR?

• 60 to 80 compressions per minute

• 80 to 100 compressions per minute

• 100 to 120 compressions per minute

• 120 to 140 compressions per minute

What is the first step in performing CPR?

• Start chest compressions immediately.

• Check for responsiveness and breathing.

• Administer rescue breaths without checking responsiveness.

• Call emergency services before checking for breathing.

Name three essential items that should be in a first aid kit.

• Scissors

• Adhesive bandages, antiseptic wipes, gauze pads

• Thermometer

• Sunscreen

What is the purpose of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?

• To monitor heart rate during exercise.

• To restore normal heart rhythm during cardiac arrest.

• To provide oxygen to the patient in respiratory distress.

• To measure blood pressure during a heart attack.

How should you position a person for CPR?

• Place the person on a soft surface like a bed.

• Lay the person flat on their back on a firm surface.

• Position the person on their side.

• Elevate the person's legs above their head.

What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for adults?

• At least 2 inches (5 cm) deep.

• At least 4 inches (10 cm) deep.

• At least 3 inches (7.5 cm) deep.

• At least 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep.

List two signs that someone may need CPR.

• Consistent heartbeat and normal skin color.

• Unresponsiveness and absence of normal breathing.

• Ability to speak clearly and move freely.

• Presence of a pulse and normal body temperature.

What should you do if a person is choking but can still cough?

• Slap the person on the back forcefully.

• Give the person water to drink.

• Encourage the person to cough.

• Perform the Heimlich maneuver immediately.

Why is it important to have a first aid kit readily available?

• First aid kits are only necessary for outdoor activities.

• Having a first aid kit is a waste of space in the home.

• First aid kits are only useful for minor cuts and scrapes.

• It is important to have a first aid kit readily available to ensure prompt treatment of injuries and emergencies.