Emergency Cardiac Care Quiz

Test your knowledge on CPR, AED, and emergency cardiac care with these essential questions. Get ready to save lives!

#1

What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR?

15:2
30:2
5:1
10:3
#2

Which of the following is a common symptom of a heart attack?

Persistent cough
Severe headache
Chest pain or discomfort
Blurred vision
#3

In the Chain of Survival, what is the first link?

Early access to emergency services
Early defibrillation
Early advanced care
Early recognition and activation of EMS
#4

What is the purpose of the 'BLS' in BLS (Basic Life Support) guidelines?

Bilateral Life Support
Basic Life Saver
Basic Life Skills
Basic Life Support
#5

Which of the following is a key step in the management of a conscious choking adult?

Performing abdominal thrusts
Administering chest compressions
Providing rescue breaths
Applying tourniquet
#6

What does the term 'defibrillation' refer to in emergency cardiac care?

Administering medication
Restoring normal heart rhythm with an electric shock
Performing chest compressions
Checking pulse and breathing
#7

Which organization provides guidelines for emergency cardiac care, including CPR and AED use?

WHO (World Health Organization)
NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)
AHA (American Heart Association)
UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund)
#8

Which rhythm is shockable in cardiac arrest situations?

Sinus rhythm
Ventricular fibrillation
Atrial flutter
Supraventricular tachycardia
#9

What is the primary purpose of therapeutic hypothermia in post-cardiac arrest care?

Prevent infection
Reduce oxygen consumption and protect the brain
Accelerate heart rate
Improve kidney function
#10

Which of the following is a potential complication of using an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)?

Increased heart rate
Burns on the skin
Improved oxygenation
Reduced blood pressure
#11

What is the acronym 'AED' stand for in the context of emergency cardiac care?

Automated External Defibrillator
Advanced Emergency Department
Artificial Endocrine Deficiency
Assisted Emergency Detoxification
#12

During CPR, how deep should chest compressions be for an adult?

2 inches
1 inch
3 inches
0.5 inches
#13

What is the term for the brief interruption of blood flow to the brain during CPR chest compressions?

Carotid occlusion
Cerebral infarction
Perfusion pause
Ischemic pause
#14

In pediatric CPR, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio?

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

What is the term for the condition where the heart suddenly stops beating effectively?

Cardiac arrest
Myocardial infarction
Aortic stenosis
Arrhythmia

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