#1
What does the acronym CPR stand for in Basic Life Support?
Cardiovascular Pumping Response
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Circulatory Protection and Recovery
Critical Pulmonary Reflex
#2
What is the primary purpose of the recovery position in Basic Life Support?
To maintain an open airway and allow for drainage of fluids
To administer chest compressions more effectively
To prevent hyperventilation
To assess pulse and breathing
#3
When performing CPR on an infant, where should chest compressions be applied?
Over the lower half of the sternum
Over the upper half of the sternum
Over the entire sternum
Over the abdomen
#4
What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute for adult CPR?
60-80 compressions per minute
80-100 compressions per minute
100-120 compressions per minute
120-140 compressions per minute
#5
What is the recommended compression depth for chest compressions during infant CPR?
At least 0.5 inch (1.3 centimeters)
At least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters)
At least 1.5 inches (4 centimeters)
At least 2 inches (5 centimeters)
#6
In emergency airway management, what does the term 'Oropharyngeal Airway' refer to?
A device to deliver oxygen
A surgical procedure for airway clearance
A type of respiratory medication
A device to maintain a clear airway by preventing tongue obstruction
#7
Which action is part of the 'Chain of Survival' in the context of Basic Life Support?
Checking the patient's insurance information
Providing advanced medical treatment
Initiating early access to emergency care
Administering pain relief medication
#8
Which of the following is a common cause of airway obstruction in adults during a medical emergency?
Allergic reaction
Increased blood pressure
Swelling of the ankles
Foreign body or object blocking the airway
#9
What is the purpose of the 'head-tilt, chin-lift' maneuver in airway management?
To check for responsiveness
To open the airway by lifting the tongue away from the back of the throat
To assess breathing
To check for signs of circulation
#10
What is the purpose of using an automated external defibrillator (AED) during a cardiac arrest?
To provide oxygen to the patient
To administer medications
To deliver an electric shock to restore normal heart rhythm
To monitor blood pressure
#11
During rescue breaths in CPR, how should you position the head of an adult victim to open the airway?
Tilted backward
Tilted forward
Neutral position
Rotated to the side
#12
During Basic Life Support, what is the purpose of the term 'AED'?
Automated Emergency Device
Assisted External Defibrillator
Advanced Emergency Detector
Automated External Defibrillator
#13
What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in adult CPR?
At least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters)
At least 2 inches (5 centimeters)
At least 3 inches (7.5 centimeters)
At least 4 inches (10 centimeters)
#14
During bag-mask ventilation, what is the recommended rate of ventilations for an adult patient?
4-6 ventilations per minute
8-10 ventilations per minute
12-14 ventilations per minute
16-18 ventilations per minute
#15
Which component of Basic Life Support involves providing high-quality chest compressions and appropriate ventilation to maintain blood flow and oxygenation?
Early defibrillation
Early access to emergency care
High-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Recognition of cardiac arrest
#16
In adult CPR, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio?
#17
What is the purpose of the 'jaw-thrust' maneuver in airway management?
To assess responsiveness
To open the airway without causing neck movement
To check for signs of circulation
To check for breathing
#18
In pediatric CPR, what is the recommended compression depth for chest compressions?
At least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters)
At least 1.5 inches (4 centimeters)
At least 2 inches (5 centimeters)
At least 2.5 inches (6.5 centimeters)
#19
What is the primary goal of initiating CPR in the event of cardiac arrest?
To restore normal heart rhythm
To provide immediate pain relief
To maintain blood flow and oxygenation
To administer medications