#1
What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for adult victims during CPR according to BLS guidelines?
2 inches (5 centimeters)
1 inch (2.5 centimeters)
1.5 inches (4 centimeters)
3 inches (7.5 centimeters)
#2
What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute for adult victims during CPR according to BLS guidelines?
60-80
80-100
100-120
120-140
#3
What does the acronym 'CPR' stand for in Basic Life Support?
Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiac Pressure Reanimation
Cardiopulmonary Reanimation
#4
What is the recommended compression depth for infant victims during CPR according to BLS guidelines?
1/2 inch (1.25 centimeters)
1 inch (2.5 centimeters)
1.5 inches (4 centimeters)
2 inches (5 centimeters)
#5
In BLS, what is the primary purpose of the jaw-thrust maneuver?
To assess the carotid pulse
To open the airway
To check for breathing
To assess neurological function
#6
Which of the following is a correct step in the BLS algorithm for adult victims?
Check for a pulse first
Administer rescue breaths before chest compressions
Start with 30 chest compressions
Perform abdominal thrusts immediately
#7
In BLS, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer CPR in adult victims?
#8
Which of the following actions should be taken first in the BLS algorithm for an unconscious adult victim?
Open the airway and check for breathing
Activate emergency medical services (EMS)
Begin chest compressions
Check for responsiveness
#9
In BLS, what is the ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths for two-rescuer CPR in adult victims?
#10
Which of the following is NOT a step in the BLS algorithm for adult victims?
Activate emergency medical services (EMS)
Check for responsiveness
Administer aspirin
Perform chest compressions
#11
During BLS, what is the primary objective of using an automated external defibrillator (AED)?
To deliver rescue breaths
To provide chest compressions
To analyze and treat cardiac arrhythmias
To administer medications
#12
In BLS, what is the correct hand placement for chest compressions on an adult victim?
Upper third of the sternum
Lower half of the sternum
Between the nipples
Over the ribs
#13
During BLS, when should an AED be applied to a victim of sudden cardiac arrest?
Immediately upon arrival at the scene
After checking for responsiveness
Before starting chest compressions
Once emergency medical services (EMS) arrive
#14
What is the primary purpose of the head-tilt/chin-lift maneuver in BLS?
To assess the carotid pulse
To open the airway
To check for breathing
To assess neurological function
#15
During BLS, what is the purpose of the recovery position?
To maintain an open airway
To assess for responsiveness
To monitor for breathing
To administer chest compressions