#1
What does BLS stand for in medical terms?
Basic Life Support
Body Language Signs
Biological Life Sciences
Bilateral Lung Sounds
#2
Which of the following is a primary goal of Basic Life Support (BLS)?
Administering medication
Restoring and maintaining circulation
Performing advanced surgical procedures
Providing psychological counseling
#3
What is the purpose of the 'head-tilt, chin-lift' maneuver in BLS?
To check for signs of consciousness
To open the airway
To assess for neck injuries
To evaluate chest rise and fall
#4
What action should be taken first when encountering an unresponsive victim?
Check for breathing
Activate emergency medical services (EMS)
Check for a pulse
Begin chest compressions
#5
What is the purpose of the 'look, listen, and feel' approach in BLS?
To assess for signs of life
To check for fractures
To measure blood pressure
To evaluate neurological function
#6
In the context of BLS, what does 'C-A-B' stand for?
Cough, Aspirate, Breathe
Circulation, Airway, Breathing
Compressions, Airflow, Breaths
Cardiac, Alveolar, Breathing
#7
During BLS, how should chest compressions be performed on an adult victim?
At least 1 inch deep and at a rate of 50 compressions per minute
At least 2 inches deep and at a rate of 100 compressions per minute
At least 3 inches deep and at a rate of 120 compressions per minute
At least 4 inches deep and at a rate of 150 compressions per minute
#8
In BLS, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer on an adult victim?
#9
During BLS, what is the primary purpose of rescue breaths?
To restart the heart
To provide oxygen to the lungs
To relieve chest pain
To check for airway obstruction
#10
In BLS, what is the recommended depth for chest compressions on an infant victim?
At least 1 inch
At least 1.5 inches
At least 2 inches
At least 2.5 inches
#11
What is the purpose of the AED (Automated External Defibrillator) in BLS?
To provide artificial ventilation
To administer pain relief medication
To analyze and deliver an electric shock to the heart
To measure blood pressure
#12
What does the term 'chain of survival' refer to in BLS?
The sequence of events leading to a cardiac arrest
The steps to perform CPR
The process of notifying emergency services
The continuum of care to improve outcomes in cardiac emergencies
#13
What is the primary purpose of the BLS team dynamics during a cardiac arrest scenario?
To maintain a quiet environment
To ensure proper documentation
To coordinate and optimize resuscitation efforts
To delegate tasks to bystanders
#14
In BLS, what is the purpose of providing high-quality chest compressions?
To relieve pain
To stimulate the heart
To maintain blood flow to vital organs
To improve airway patency
#15
What is the purpose of the BLS algorithm?
To determine the victim's age
To provide a step-by-step guide for the sequence of actions during resuscitation
To calculate the correct compression depth
To assess neurological function