AED and Heart Function Quiz

What does AED stand for?

• Advanced Emergency Device

• Automated External Defibrillator

• Acute Emergency Defibrillator

• Automatic Electrical Device

The AED is primarily used to treat which of the following?

• Stroke

• Asystole

• Ventricular Fibrillation

• High blood pressure

Which is NOT a chamber of the heart?

• Left Atrium

• Right Atrium

• Left Ventricle

• Aorta

What is the correct order of steps for using an AED?

• Apply pads, call 911, shock

• Turn it on, apply pads, allow AED to analyze, then shock if needed

• Check pulse, shock, turn AED on

• Call 911, begin CPR, then shock

What should you do if the AED advises “No shock advised”?

• Turn it off

• Wait until help arrives

• Immediately press the shock button

• Continue CPR if no signs of life

What is the largest artery in the body?

• Pulmonary vein

• Carotid artery

• Aorta

• Coronary artery

Which side of the heart pumps blood to the lungs?

• Left atrium

• Right ventricle

• Left ventricle

• Right atrium

Which of the following best describes cardiac arrest?

• A blockage in the coronary artery

• Sudden loss of heart function

• A stroke in the brain

• Slowing of the heart rate

Which term describes a quivering or chaotic heartbeat?

• Tachycardia

• Fibrillation

• Hypertension

• Bradycardia

How many compressions per minute should you aim for during adult CPR?

• 30–60

• 60–80

• 100–120

• 140–160