Basic Life Support and Cardiovascular Emergency Procedures Quiz

Test your knowledge on CPR, chest compressions, AED usage, and more with this quiz on basic life support and cardiovascular emergencies.

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Which of the following is a sign of a cardiac arrest?

Chest pain

Unresponsiveness and lack of normal breathing

High blood pressure

Dizziness

What is the first step in the Chain of Survival for cardiovascular emergencies?

Early Access

Early CPR

Early Defibrillation

Early Advanced Life Support

What is the recommended ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in adult CPR?

15 compressions to 2 breaths

30 compressions to 2 breaths

5 compressions to 1 breath

10 compressions to 1 breath

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

60-80 compressions per minute

80-100 compressions per minute

100-120 compressions per minute

120-140 compressions per minute

Which organization provides guidelines for Basic Life Support (BLS)?

World Health Organization (WHO)

American Red Cross

European Resuscitation Council (ERC)

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

During CPR, what is the recommended compression depth for adults?

1 inch (2.5 cm)

2 inches (5 cm)

3 inches (7.5 cm)

4 inches (10 cm)

What is the acronym for the steps in Basic Life Support (BLS)?

BRAIN

ABC

BLAST

FAST

What does the term 'ABCDE' stand for in the context of emergency care?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Defibrillation, Evaluate

Assess, Block, Communicate, Defend, Evaluate

Aid, Bandage, Communicate, Diagnose, Extract

Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure

Which of the following is a common early symptom of a heart attack?

Severe headache

Sudden loss of vision

Chest pain or discomfort

Joint pain

#10

What is the primary purpose of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) in a cardiac emergency?

Provide chest compressions

Administer medication

Restore normal heart rhythm through electrical shock

Assist in breathing

#11

In the chain of survival, what does 'AED' stand for?

Automated External Defibrillator

Advanced Emergency Department

Airway, Breathing, Circulation

Ambulance Emergency Dispatch

#12

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

60-80 compressions per minute

100-120 compressions per minute

140-160 compressions per minute

180-200 compressions per minute

#13

What is the purpose of rescue breaths in CPR?

To restore blood circulation

To clear the airway

To provide oxygen to the lungs

To stimulate the heart

#14

When using an AED, what is the recommended placement of electrode pads on the chest?

Both pads on the left side of the chest

One pad on the chest, the other on the back

Upper right chest and lower left chest

Upper left chest and lower right chest

#15

What is the recommended hand position for chest compressions in adult CPR?

Lower half of the sternum (breastbone)

Upper half of the sternum (breastbone)

Over the abdomen

Over the throat