CPR and AED Skills Assessment

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute for adult CPR?

• 60-80 compressions per minute

• 100-120 compressions per minute

• 140-160 compressions per minute

• 180-200 compressions per minute

Which of the following is the correct hand placement for adult chest compressions during CPR?

• One hand on the lower abdomen

• Both hands on the lower half of the sternum

• Both hands on the upper half of the sternum

• One hand on the forehead, one on the chest

What is the first step when you find an unresponsive person?

• Start chest compressions immediately

• Check for responsiveness and breathing

• Apply the AED pads

• Give two rescue breaths

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?

• At least 1 inch (2.5 cm)

• At least 2 inches (5 cm)

• At least 3 inches (7.5 cm)

• At least 4 inches (10 cm)

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer adult CPR?

• 15:2

• 30:2

• 5:1

• 20:2

Which of the following is NOT a sign of cardiac arrest?

• No breathing or only gasping

• No pulse

• Responsive to verbal commands

• Unconsciousness

When using an AED, what should you do immediately after attaching the pads?

• Begin chest compressions

• Allow the AED to analyze the heart rhythm

• Remove the pads and reapply them

• Give two rescue breaths

Which statement is TRUE regarding AED pad placement on an adult?

• Both pads should be placed on the left side of the chest

• One pad on the upper right chest, one on the lower left side

• Both pads on the back

• One pad on the neck, one on the chest

What should you do if the AED advises a shock?

• Continue chest compressions while the shock is delivered

• Ensure no one is touching the patient and press the shock button

• Remove the AED pads

• Give two rescue breaths

After delivering a shock with the AED, what is the next immediate step?

• Check for a pulse

• Resume chest compressions immediately

• Remove the AED pads

• Wait for the AED to turn off