WorksheetsBasic Life Support Quiz
Total questions: 76
Worksheet time: 6hrs 20mins
What is the "Chain of survival"?
A. A device that delivers an electric shock to the heart
B. A sequence of actions that maximize the victim’s chances of survival
C. A handheld device that almost anyone can be trained to use
D. A procedure for treating minor injuries
What does a Defibrillator (AED) do?
A. It delivers an electric shock to the heart to restore its normal rhythm
B. It is used to treat minor cuts and bruises
C. It is a device for measuring blood pressure
D. It is a tool for administering medication
Which statement is true about AEDs?
A. AEDs can be used on children younger than eight years old
B. AEDs are not approved for use on children who weigh under 55 pounds
C. AEDs are only used by medical professionals
D. AEDs are used to measure heart rate
Who can be trained to use an AED?
A. Only doctors
B. Only nurses
C. Almost anyone
D. Only paramedics
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiac Pulmonary Response
Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiac Pressure Resuscitation
When might a person need CPR?
When they have a headache
When they are feeling dizzy
When their breathing and heartbeat have stopped
When they have a broken bone
What does CPR combine to help supply oxygen to the body?
Rescue breaths and chest compressions
Rescue breaths and leg compressions
Chest compressions and arm compressions
Leg compressions and arm compressions
Who should administer CPR?
Anyone who is nearby
Only a professional and certified person
Only a family member
Only a doctor
What is the first step to take before giving CPR?
Call 911
Open the airway
Check the scene and the person
Check for breathing
What number should you call for assistance if someone needs help before giving CPR?
112
911
999
101
What should you do if an AED is unavailable and there is no bystander to access it?
Leave the victim and find help
Stay with the victim and call 911
Perform CPR without calling for help
Wait for someone else to arrive
How long should you check for breathing before beginning CPR?
5 seconds
15 seconds
10 seconds
20 seconds
What should you do to open the airway before giving CPR?
Tilt the head forward
Tilt the head back slightly to lift the chin
Turn the person on their side
Press down on the chest
What is an automated external defibrillator (AED) designed to do?
Measure blood pressure
Analyze the heart rhythm and deliver an electric shock to restore normal heart rhythm
Monitor oxygen levels in the blood
Administer medication
What heart condition is most often responsible for sudden cardiac arrest that an AED can help with?
Atrial fibrillation
Ventricular fibrillation
Bradycardia
Tachycardia
Why are AEDs important in emergency situations?
They can diagnose heart diseases
They strengthen the Chain of Survival and restore normal heart rhythm
They provide long-term treatment for heart conditions
They monitor heart rate continuously
What feature of new, portable AEDs makes them particularly useful?
They are cheaper than older models
They are easier to use
They enable more people to respond to a medical emergency that requires defibrillation
They have a longer battery life
What do AEDs provide to users during an emergency?
Medication
Steps to follow
Diagnosis of heart conditions
Continuous heart monitoring
What is the recommended depth for chest compressions during CPR?
At least 1 inch
At least 2 inches
At least 3 inches
At least 4 inches
How many chest compressions per minute should be delivered during CPR?
At least 50
At least 75
At least 100
At least 150
What should you do if the chest does not rise with the initial rescue breath?
Continue with chest compressions
Re-tilt the head before delivering the second breath
Stop CPR immediately
Call for help
When should you stop performing CPR?
When the person starts breathing
When an AED becomes available
When EMS or a trained medical responder arrives
All of the above
What should you do if the scene becomes unsafe or you cannot continue performing CPR due to exhaustion?
Continue performing CPR
End the cycles of CPR
Call for help
Wait for someone else to take over
What is the first step in performing CPR according to the guide?
Tap the person and ask "Are you okay?"
Make sure the scene is safe.
Begin CPR.
Check for breathing.
What should you do after making sure the scene is safe?
Begin CPR.
Check for breathing.
Tap the person and ask "Are you okay?"
Tell someone to call 911 and get the AED.
What is the third step in the CPR process?
Begin CPR.
Check for breathing.
Complete quality chest compressions.
Tell someone to call 911 and get the AED.
When should you tell someone to call 911 and get the AED?
After checking for breathing.
After beginning CPR.
After making sure the scene is safe.
After tapping the person and asking "Are you okay?"
What is the final step in the CPR process according to the guide?
Begin CPR.
Check for breathing.
Complete quality chest compressions until AED arrives or heart beat starts.
Tap the person and ask "Are you okay?"
What is the first step before administering care to an ill or injured person?
Call for help immediately
Check the scene and the person
Start CPR
Move the person to a safe place
Which of the following questions should you ask when checking the scene before administering first aid?
Is the person conscious?
Is the scene safe to enter?
What is the person's name?
How old is the person?
What should you do after sizing up the scene in a first aid situation?
Call the police
Move the injured person
Pause and look at the scene and the person before responding
Start administering first aid immediately
Which of the following is NOT a question to ask when assessing the scene in a first aid situation?
What happened?
How many people are involved?
What is my initial impression about the nature of the person’s illness or injury?
What is the person's favorite color?
Why is it important to ask if anyone else is available to help in a first aid situation?
To have someone call for additional help
To have someone take pictures of the scene
To have someone move the injured person
To have someone provide emotional support
What should you do first if the person is awake and responsive and there is no severe life-threatening bleeding?
Conduct a head-to-toe check
Obtain consent
Use appropriate PPE
Provide care consistent with knowledge and training
What should you tell a bystander to get if the person is awake and responsive and there is no severe life-threatening bleeding?
A blanket
A glass of water
The AED and first aid kit
A phone
What does PPE stand for in the context of first aid?
Personal Protective Equipment
Professional Protective Equipment
Personal Prevention Equipment
Professional Prevention Equipment
What type of questions should you use to gather more information from the person?
SAMPLE questions
YES/NO questions
OPEN/CLOSED questions
MULTIPLE CHOICE questions
What areas should be checked during a head-to-toe check?
Only the head and neck
Only the chest and abdomen
Only the legs and feet
Head and neck, shoulders, chest and abdomen, hips, legs and feet, arms and hands
What should you do first if a person appears unresponsive?
Call emergency services immediately.
Shout to get the person's attention using their name.
Start performing CPR.
Leave the person alone and wait for them to wake up.
If an unresponsive person does not respond to shouting, what should you do next?
Tap the person's shoulder if they are an adult or child.
Tap the person's foot if they are an infant.
Both A and B.
Start performing CPR immediately.
How long should you check for responsiveness and breathing in an unresponsive person?
1-2 seconds
3-4 seconds
5-10 seconds
11-15 seconds
What should you do first if a person is breathing but needs help?
Start CPR immediately
Send someone to call 911 or the designated emergency number and obtain an AED and first aid kit
Leave the person alone
Give the person water
What should you do after sending someone to call 911 if the person is breathing?
Proceed with gathering information from bystanders using the SAMPLE questions
Start CPR immediately
Give the person food
Leave the person alone
What type of check should you conduct if the person is breathing?
Head-to-toe check
Foot-to-head check
Arm-to-leg check
Eye-to-ear check
If there are no obvious signs of injury, how should you position a breathing person?
On their back
On their stomach
On their side
Sitting up
What is the first step to take if a person is not breathing?
Send someone to call 911 or the designated emergency number and obtain an AED and first aid kit.
Ensure that the person is face-up on a firm, flat surface.
Begin CPR (starting with compressions).
Continue administering CPR until the person exhibits signs of life.
What should you ensure about the person's position if they are not breathing?
They are face-down on a firm, flat surface.
They are face-up on a firm, flat surface.
They are sitting up.
They are lying on their side.
When should you begin CPR if a person is not breathing?
Immediately, starting with compressions.
After 5 minutes.
Only if an AED is not available.
Only if the person is conscious.
When should you stop administering CPR?
When the person exhibits signs of life, such as breathing.
After 10 minutes.
When you feel tired.
When the person is still unresponsive.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Environment
Public Protective Equipment
Public Protective Environment
What is the primary purpose of PPE?
To enhance productivity
To minimize exposure to hazards
To improve communication
To increase comfort
Which of the following is NOT an example of PPE?
Gloves
Safety glasses
Face mask
Office chair
What happens to blood flow throughout the body during shock?
It increases
It remains the same
It reduces
It fluctuates
What is shock defined as in the context of first aid?
An increase in blood pressure
A failure of the cardiovascular system to keep an adequate supply of blood circulating to the vital organs of the body
An increase in oxygen levels in the blood
A sudden increase in heart rate
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of shock?
Restlessness
Irritability
Increased appetite
Altered consciousness
Which of the following is a common symptom of shock?
Warm, dry skin
Cool, moist skin
Increased energy levels
Slow breathing and pulse
What is a common appearance of someone experiencing shock?
Pale or ashen appearance
Flushed and red appearance
Bright and alert appearance
Sweaty and hot appearance
What should you do if you suspect a head or spinal injury in a victim?
Move the victim immediately
Have the victim lie down if they have not already done so
Give the victim something to eat or drink
Elevate the victim's legs about 12 inches
Which emergency number should you call if you suspect a head or spinal injury?
411
911
811
611
What should you do to control any external bleeding in a victim?
Apply a tourniquet
Control any external bleeding
Elevate the legs about 12 inches
Give the victim something to eat or drink
How high should you elevate the legs of a victim unless you suspect head or back injury or broken bones involving the legs or hips?
6 inches
12 inches
18 inches
24 inches
Why should you never give the victim anything to eat or drink?
It could cause vomiting
It could cause choking
It could cause dehydration
It could cause dizziness
What is one of the actions you should take to help a victim feel better?
Ignore the victim
Reassure the victim
Leave the victim alone
Give the victim a blanket
What should you do first when you encounter a wound with bleeding?
Remove large or deeply embedded objects
Probe the wound
Remove any clothing or debris on the wound
Attempt to clean the wound
How should you stop the bleeding from a wound?
Place a sterile bandage or clean cloth on the wound and press firmly
Put direct pressure on an eye injury
Use a dirty cloth to cover the wound
Remove the bandage frequently
What should you do to help the injured person maintain body heat?
Place the person on a rug or blanket
Remove all clothing
Pour cold water on the person
Keep the person standing
What should you do if the bleeding seeps through the gauze or bandage?
Remove the gauze or bandage
Add another bandage on top of it
Stop pressing on the area
Use a tourniquet immediately
When should you apply a tourniquet?
For minor cuts
When you are trained and the bleeding is life-threatening
For eye injuries
When the bleeding is under control
What should you do to immobilize the injured body part?
Remove the bandages
Leave the bandages in place
Move the injured body part frequently
Apply ice directly to the wound
When should you call 911 or emergency medical help?
For minor cuts
When the bleeding is severe and you can't control it
When the bleeding stops
When the person is conscious
What should you do with your head when you have a nosebleed?
Tilt your head back
Tilt your head to the side
Tip your head slightly forward
Keep your head level
Why should you not tilt your head back during a nosebleed?
It can cause dizziness
It can cause blood to run down the back of your throat
It can make you sleepy
It can cause headaches
How long should you pinch your nose to stop a nosebleed?
5 minutes
10 minutes
15 minutes
20 minutes
What should you use to pinch your nose during a nosebleed?
Your thumb and forefinger
A clothespin
A tissue
A bandage
What should you do if your nose is still bleeding after 10 minutes?
Blow your nose
Tilt your head back
Hold it for 10 more minutes
Put ice on your nose
How long should you avoid blowing your nose after a nosebleed has stopped?
6 hours
8 hours
10 hours
12 hours
