CPR QUIZ

When performing CPR on an unresponsive choking victim, what modification should you incorporate? A. each time you open the airway, look for the obstructing object B. You do not give breaths to an unresponsive choking victim C. attempt a jaw thrust instead of a head tilt chin lift D. there are no modifications to CPR for an unresponsive choking victim

An 8 month old infant is eating and suddenly begins to cough. The infant is unable to make any noise shortly after. You pick up the infant and shout for help. You have determined that the infant is responsive and choking with a severe airway obstruction. How do you relieve the airway obstruction? A. give sets of 5 back slaps and 5 chest thrusts B. give abdominal thrusts C. begin 2 thumb-encircling hands chest compressions D. encourage the infant to cough

How do you perform chest compressions when providing high quality CPR to a child victim? A. by compressing the chest at least two thirds the depth of the chest, about 4 inches (10 cm) B. by compressing the chest at least one third the death of the chest, about 2 inches (5 cm) C. by compressing the chest at least one half the depth of the chest, about 3 inches (8 cm) D. by compressing the chest at least one fourth the depth of the chest, about 1.5 inches (4 cm)

Why is allowing complete chest recoil important when performing high quality CPR? A. the heart will adequately refill between compressions B. There will be a reduction of rescuer fatique C. The rate of chest compressions will increase D. it will reduce the risk of rib fractures

What ratio for compressions to breaths should be used for 1 rescuer infant CPR? A. 15 compressions to 2 breaths B. 30 compressions to 2 breaths C. 20 compressions to 2 breaths D. 5 compressions to 1 berath

A middle aged man collapses. You and a second rescuer go to the victim and find that he is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. You and another rescuer begin CPR. After a few cycles, you notice the chest compression rate is slowing. What should you say to offer constructive feedback? A. "you need to compress at a rate of 100 to 120 per minute" B. "you need to compress at a rate of at least 100 per minute" C. "you need to compress at a rate of 80 to 120 per minute" D. "you need to compress at a rate of at least 120 per minute"

Why is defibrillation important? A. there is a 100% success rate in regaining a normal cardiac rhythm B. it prevents rearrest from occurring C. it is not important for cardiac arrest D. it can restore a regular cardiac rhythm

"Members of the team know their boundaries and ask for help before the resuscitation attempt worsens" Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed. A. constructive intervention B. knowing your limitations C. summarizing and reevaluation D. knowledge sharing

When performing high quality CPR on an adult, what action should you ensure is being accomplished? A. maintaining a compression rate of 90 to 120/min B. allowing the chest to recoil 1 inch C. placing hands on the upper third of the sternum D. compressing to a depth of at least 2 inches

A middle aged man collapses. You and a second rescuer go to the victim and find that he is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. Which action is most likely to positively impact this victims survival? A. providing rescue breaths B. checking the pulse frequently C. performing high quality CPR D. ensuring scene safety

A victim with a foreign body airway obstruction becomes unresponsive. What is your first course of action? A. perform abdominal thrusts B. start CPR, beginning with chest compressions C. roll the victim over and perform back blows D. perform blind finger sweeps

What should you do if you need to use an AED on someone who has been submerged in water? A. do not pull the victim out of the water, but wipe the chest before placing pads B. do not move the victim, and do not use the AED C. pull the victim out of the water, but wipe the chest D. pull the victim out of the water, but do not use the AED

A 53 year old woman collapses while gardening. She is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. A neighbor, who is an emergency medical technician, rushes to her with an AED. After the AED pads are attached to the victims bare chest, the AED detects ventricular fibrillation. What is the next step when using an AED? A. follow the AED prompts B. check the victim for a carotid pulse C. clear the patient D. press the shock button

A 67 year old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse. You and a second rescuer begin performing high quality CPR. You notice the person giving chest compressions is not allowing for a complete chest recoil. What is your next course of action? A. Tell the compressor you notice decreased chest recoil B. immediately take over chest compressions C. take over leadership and give direction D. stand back and await direction from the team leader

A 9 year old child has suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, a single rescuer determines that the child is in cardiac arrest, shouts for nearby help, and activates the emergency response system. He immediately begins performing high quality CPR. Two additional rescuers arrive to assist in the resuscitation attempt. What actions should occur next, to support a team based resuscitation attempt? A. 2 rescuers operate the AED while the third rescuer gives breaths B. 2 rescuers alternate giving high quality chest compressions C. 1 rescuer gives CPR while the other 2 wait for ALS to arrive D. 2 rescuers alteran using the AED and giving breaths

Rapid defibrillation is a link in the adult Chain of Survival. Why is this important to survival? A. It prevents cardiac arrest B. It prevents respiratory arrest C. It provides normal respiration D. it eliminates the abnormal heart rhythm

A middle aged man collapses. You and a second rescuer go to the victim and find that he is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. Which action do you perform to relieve choking in an unresponsive adult? A. give sets of 5 abdominal thrusts and 5 back slaps B. perform CPR, and look in the mouth for the obstructing object C. attempt a blind finger sweep when giving breaths to remove the obstructing object D. give sets of 5 back slaps and 5 chest thrusts

A 53 year old woman collapses while gardening. She is unresponsive, is not breathing, and does not have a pulse. A neighbor who is an emergency medical technician, rushes to her with an AED. When the AED arrives, what is the first step for using it? A. clear the patient B. press the shock button C. apply the pads to the patients chest D. turn on the AED

Which victim requires high quality CPR? A. a victim which is responsive, has a pulse, and is having trouble breathing B. a victim which is responsive, is having trouble breathing, and has a pulse less than 60/min C. a victim which is unresponsive, with no normal breathing and no pulse D. a victim which is unresponsive, has a strong pulse, and is breathing adequately

A 67 year old man is found unresponsive, not breathing and with out a pulse. You and a second rescuer begin performing high quality CPR. A. switch rescuers at 5 minute intervals B. never switch rescuers, and maintain current roles C. switch rescuers about every 2 minutes D. switch rescuers when placing the AED pads

You witness someone suddenly collapse. The person is unresponsive, you hear gasping sounds, and there is no pulse. What should you do next? A. begin CPR, even though gasping is normal breathing B. give rescue breaths only; the gasps are not normal breathing C. monitor the patient; the gasps are considered normal breathing D. begin CPR; the gaps are not normal breathing

How can rescuers ensure that they are providing effective breaths when using a bag mask device? A. delivering breaths quickly and forcefully B. allowing air to release around the mask C. always having oxygen attached to the bag D. observing chest rise with breaths

A 9 year old child has suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, a single rescuer determines that the child is in cardiac arrest, shouts for nearby help, and activates the emergency response system. He immediately begins performing high quality CPR. Two additional rescuers arrive to assist in the resuscitation attempt. Two rescuers begin high quality CPR while the third rescuer leaves to get the AED. What action supports 2 rescuer CPR? A. alternating giving shocks every 3 cycles B. alternating giving rescue breaths every 3 cycles C. alternating the AED role every 2 minutes D. alternating the compressor role every 2 minutes

What is a consideration when you are using an AED? A. you should not use an AED on someone with an implanted pace maker B. you should never remove a transdermal medication patch before applying AED pads C. AEDs can be used while a victim is submerged in water D. on a hairy chest, the pads may not stick and may fail to deliver a shock

"The team functions smoothly when all team members know their positions, functions, and tasks during a resuscitation attempt" Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed. A. knowing your limitations B. constructive intervention C. mutual respect D. clear roles and responsibilities