Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Quiz

Take this quiz on Basic Life Support and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation to assess your understanding of compression depths, compression rates, and BLS steps.

#1

Which of the following is a correct compression depth for adult CPR?

2 inches (5 cm)
1 inch (2.5 cm)
3 inches (7.5 cm)
4 inches (10 cm)
#2

Which of the following actions should be taken first in the BLS sequence?

Check for responsiveness
Initiate chest compressions
Give rescue breaths
Activate emergency medical services (EMS)
#3

What is the recommended compression rate for infant CPR?

80-100 compressions per minute
120-140 compressions per minute
100-120 compressions per minute
140-160 compressions per minute
#4

What is the recommended compression rate for child CPR?

80-100 compressions per minute
120-140 compressions per minute
100-120 compressions per minute
140-160 compressions per minute
#5

What is the recommended compression depth for child CPR?

1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
2.5 inches (6.5 cm)
#6

In BLS, what does the acronym 'ABC' stand for?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Assessment, Breathing, Compression
Airflow, Breathing, Compression
Aid, Breathing, Circulation
#7

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

Chest pain
Fainting
Shortness of breath
Irregular heartbeat
#8

What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in pediatric CPR?

1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
2.5 inches (6.5 cm)
#9

What is the purpose of an automated external defibrillator (AED) in CPR?

To provide chest compressions
To deliver electric shocks to restore normal heart rhythm
To administer medications
To assess vital signs
#10

During CPR, how often should you reassess the victim's responsiveness and pulse?

Every 2 minutes
Every 5 minutes
Every 10 minutes
Every 15 minutes
#11

What is the recommended compression-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an adult?

30:2
15:1
5:1
10:1
#12

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?

80-100 compressions per minute
120-140 compressions per minute
60-80 compressions per minute
140-160 compressions per minute
#13

In CPR, what is the ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths for adults?

30:2
15:1
5:1
10:1
#14

What is the recommended compression depth for infant CPR?

0.5 inch (1.25 cm)
1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
#15

Which of the following is a common cause of cardiac arrest in adults?

Dehydration
Hypothermia
Electrocution
Drug overdose
#16

In BLS, what is the purpose of the 'C' (Circulation) step?

Check for responsiveness
Check for breathing
Initiate chest compressions
Activate emergency medical services (EMS)
#17

What is the recommended compression-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an infant?

30:2
15:1
5:1
10:1

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