Adult CPR

What is the first step you should take before starting CPR on an adult?

• a) Start chest compressions

• b) Check for a pulse

• c) Call for emergency help

• d) Deliver rescue breaths

The recommended depth for chest compressions on an adult during CPR is (a)   ?

At what rate should chest compressions be performed on an adult?

• a) 60-80 compressions per minute

• b) 80-100 compressions per minute

• c) 100-120 compressions per minute
  

• d) 120-140 compressions per minute

What is the correct ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths when performing CPR on an adult?

• a) 15 compressions to 2 breaths

• b) 30 compressions to 2 breaths

• c) 50 compressions to 5 breaths

• d) Continuous compressions, no breaths

Where should your hands be placed when performing chest compressions on an adult?

• a) Over the lower part of the ribcage
  

• b) On the upper chest near the collarbone

• c) Over the center of the chest, on the sternum

• d) On the abdomen, just above the belly button

What should you do if you are alone and find an unresponsive adult who is not breathing?

• a) Perform CPR for 5 minutes before calling emergency services

• b) Call emergency services first, then begin CPR

• c) Start CPR immediately and wait for help to arrive
  

• d) Administer rescue breaths only

What is the primary purpose of chest compressions during CPR?

• a) To restart the heart

• b) To remove blockages from the airway

• c) To circulate oxygenated blood to vital organs

• d) To clear the lungs of fluid

How do you check if an adult is breathing before starting CPR?

• a) Look for chest movements and listen for breathing sounds

• b) Place your hand over their mouth to feel for air

• c) Perform rescue breaths to check if air goes in

• d) Ask them to move their hand

If an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is available, when should it be used during CPR?

• a) After two minutes of CPR

• b) As soon as it arrives and is ready to use

• c) Only after you see the person regaining consciousness

• d) After performing 100 chest compressions

What should you do if the adult begins to breathe normally while you are performing CPR?

• a) Continue chest compressions until help arrives

• b) Stop CPR and place them in the recovery position

• c) Perform rescue breaths only

• d) Keep performing compressions at a slower rate