Pediatric BLS Algorithm Quiz

What should you ensure first when approaching a scene?

• Monitor breathing

• Ensure scene safety

• Call for help

• Start CPR

What is the next step after ensuring scene safety?

• Check for responsiveness

• Call emergency services

• Start CPR

• Monitor breathing

If the child is not breathing normally but has a pulse, what should you do next?

• Start CPR

• Give rescue breaths

• Call for help

• Use AED

How often should rescue breaths be given if breathing is abnormal but there is a pulse?

• Every 3 seconds

• Every 5 seconds

• Every 6 seconds

• Every 10 seconds

What should you do if there is no breathing and no pulse?

• Start CPR

• Call for help

• Use AED

• Give rescue breaths

After how many minutes should you activate the emergency response system if alone and CPR has been performed?

• 1 minute

• 2 minutes

• 3 minutes

• 5 minutes

What is the compression to ventilation ratio for CPR in infants and children?

• 15:2

• 30:2

• 20:2

• 25:2

What should you do if the AED indicates a shockable rhythm?

• Start CPR immediately

• Give 1 shock

• Continue rescue breaths

• Call for help

When should you resume CPR after delivering a shock with the AED?

• Immediately

• After 1 minute

• After 2 minutes

• After 5 minutes

What should you do if the AED indicates a non-shockable rhythm?

• Give 1 shock

• Resume CPR immediately

• Wait for 2 minutes

• Call for help