Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Procedures and Best Practices Quiz

CPR stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

The recommended compression rate for adult CPR is 120-140 compressions per minute.

The correct hand placement for chest compressions on a child during CPR is at the center of the chest, between the nipples.

The recommended compression rate for infant CPR is 120-140 compressions per minute.

The correct hand placement for chest compressions on a child during CPR is at the center of the chest, between the nipples.

The first action in CPR is to call for help.

The recommended compression depth for adult CPR is 2 inches (5 cm).

The primary purpose of rescue breaths during CPR is to oxygenate the blood.

During CPR on an infant, chest compressions should be applied to the upper half of the sternum.

An AED should be used on an unresponsive person during CPR as soon as it becomes available.

The recommended compression depth for infant CPR is 0.5 inches (1.3 cm).

During chest compressions on an adult in CPR, hands should be positioned at the center of the chest, between the nipples.

The ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in adult CPR is 30 compressions to 2 breaths.

The purpose of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in CPR is to deliver an electric shock to the heart.

In CPR, the person's condition and pulse should be reassessed after every 2 minutes.

Checking for breathing and responsiveness in CPR is to assess the need for chest compressions.

Chest compressions for an adult during CPR should be 2 inches (5 cm) deep.