CPR and Cardiac Emergency Quiz

What is the first step you should take when you see someone collapse and suspect a cardiac emergency?

• Start chest compressions immediately.

• Call 911 or your local emergency number.

• Check for breathing and pulse.

• Look for an AED.

When performing CPR, how deep should chest compressions be for an adult?

• About 2 cm

• About 3 cm

• About 5 cm

• About 7 cm

What is the correct rate of chest compressions per minute during CPR?

• 60-80 compressions per minute

• 80-100 compressions per minute

• 100-120 compressions per minute

• 120-140 compressions per minute

Which of the following is a sign of a cardiac emergency?

• Sudden severe headache

• Sudden chest pain or discomfort

• Sudden leg cramp

• Sudden earache

What should you do if the person you are performing CPR on starts to show signs of life?

• Continue CPR until emergency services arrive.

• Stop CPR and monitor their breathing and pulse.

• Immediately leave the scene.

• Start CPR again after a few minutes.

In a scenario where an AED is available, what is the first step you should take?

• Turn on the AED.

• Attach the AED pads to the person’s chest.

• Deliver a shock immediately.

• Check for breathing.

What is the purpose of an AED?

• To provide oxygen to the patient.

• To restart the heart by delivering an electric shock.

• To monitor the heart rate.

• To perform chest compressions automatically.

If you are alone and find an unresponsive adult, what should you do after calling 911?

• Wait for emergency services to arrive.

• Start CPR immediately.

• Look for an AED.

• Check for a medical ID bracelet.

How should you position your hands when performing chest compressions on an adult?

• One hand on top of the other, fingers interlocked, on the lower half of the breastbone.

• One hand on the forehead, the other on the chest.

• Both hands on the abdomen.

• One hand on the chest, the other on the back.

What should you do if the AED advises that no shock is needed?

• Turn off the AED and wait for emergency services.

• Continue CPR until emergency services arrive.

• Remove the AED pads.

• Stop all assistance.