#1
What does the acronym BLS stand for in the context of medical procedures?
Basic Language System
Basic Life Support
Biological Laboratory Sciences
Body Locomotion System
#2
Which of the following is a primary objective of Basic Life Support (BLS)?
Administering medications
Restoring and maintaining airway, breathing, and circulation
Performing complex surgical procedures
Conducting psychological counseling
#3
In BLS, what is the recommended compression depth for adults during CPR?
2 inches (5 cm)
1 inch (2.5 cm)
3 inches (7.5 cm)
4 inches (10 cm)
#4
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR in Basic Life Support (BLS)?
50 compressions per minute
100 compressions per minute
120 compressions per minute
150 compressions per minute
#5
In BLS, how should rescuers position their hands during chest compressions for adults?
One hand on the upper chest and the other on the lower abdomen
One hand on top of the other, interlocked, over the center of the chest
One hand on the forehead and the other on the chin
One hand on the back and the other on the front
#6
What is the ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in adult BLS?
#7
Which of the following is a common early sign of cardiac arrest?
Chest pain
Nausea
Dizziness
Fever
#8
Which action is a part of the BLS Chain of Survival?
Sending flowers to the patient's family
Early access to emergency care
Writing a detailed medical report
Providing a gourmet meal to the patient
#9
What is the purpose of the recovery position in BLS?
To induce sleep
To maintain an open airway in unconscious non-breathing individuals
To perform advanced life-saving procedures
To check for vital signs
#10
What is the purpose of the automated external defibrillator (AED) in BLS?
To provide oxygen to the patient
To administer intravenous medication
To analyze and deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heart rhythm
To measure blood pressure
#11
Which of the following is a key component of the BLS sequence for adult cardiac arrest?
Checking social media for updates
Calling a friend for advice
Starting chest compressions before checking for responsiveness
Waiting for someone else to take action
#12
In BLS, what is the recommended compression depth for infants during CPR?
0.5 inches (1.25 cm)
1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (3.75 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
#13
Which of the following actions is NOT part of the BLS algorithm for pediatric cardiac arrest?
Performing chest compressions
Administering an AED shock if available
Checking for responsiveness
Checking for a pulse before starting CPR