Basic Life Support Quiz

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute for adult CPR according to BLS guidelines?

• 60-80 compressions per minute

• 100-120 compressions per minute

• 130-150 compressions per minute

• 80-100 compressions per minute

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

• Start chest compressions immediately

• Check for scene safety

• Call for help

• 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 pulse should be checked in an unresponsive adult to assess for circulation?

• Radial pulse

• Carotid pulse

• Brachial pulse

• Femoral pulse

What does AED stand for in Basic Life Support?

• Automated External Defibrillator

• Advanced Emergency Device

• Automatic Emergency Defibrillator

• Automated Emergency Device

How often should you switch chest compressors during two-rescuer CPR to prevent fatigue?

• Every 1 minute

• Every 2 minutes

• Every 5 minutes

• Every 10 minutes

What is the recommended hand placement for chest compressions on an adult?

• One hand on the lower half of the sternum

• Two hands on the lower half of the sternum

• Two hands on the upper half of the sternum

• One hand on the upper half of the sternum

What is the first thing you should do after the AED arrives at the scene?

• Turn on the AED

• Attach the pads to the patient

• Deliver a shock immediately

• Continue chest compressions

What is the correct action if a victim is breathing normally but unresponsive?

• Start chest compressions

• Place the victim in the recovery position

• Give rescue breaths

• Apply an AED