#1
What is the recommended compression depth for adults during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)?
2 inches (5 centimeters)
1 inch (2.5 centimeters)
1.5 inches (4 centimeters)
3 inches (7.5 centimeters)
#2
Which of the following is a common sign of a heart attack?
Profuse sweating
Decreased blood pressure
Sharp pain in the leg
Chest pain or discomfort
#3
What is the first step to take when encountering a person who is unresponsive?
Check for breathing
Check for a pulse
Shake them vigorously
Call for help
#4
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for cardiovascular disease?
High blood pressure
Regular exercise
Smoking
Obesity
#5
Which of the following is a symptom of sudden cardiac arrest?
Weakness
Coughing
Sudden loss of consciousness
Nausea
#6
During CPR, what is the ratio of compressions to breaths for adults?
30 compressions to 2 breaths
15 compressions to 1 breath
10 compressions to 3 breaths
20 compressions to 4 breaths
#7
Which medication is commonly used during a cardiac arrest to help restore a normal heart rhythm?
Antibiotics
Insulin
Epinephrine
Anticoagulants
#8
What is the recommended ratio of compressions to breaths for infants during CPR?
15 compressions to 2 breaths
30 compressions to 2 breaths
5 compressions to 1 breath
10 compressions to 3 breaths
#9
During an advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) scenario, what is the purpose of administering amiodarone?
To lower blood pressure
To improve cardiac output
To relieve chest pain
To stabilize abnormal heart rhythms
#10
What is the primary purpose of administering epinephrine during cardiac arrest?
To stabilize blood sugar levels
To increase blood pressure
To improve oxygenation
To reduce pain
#11
What does the acronym AED stand for in the context of emergency cardiovascular care?
Automated External Defibrillator
Advanced Emergency Dispatch
Automatic Electrical Diagnosis
Assisted Emergency Detection
#12
What is the recommended depth for chest compressions on infants during CPR?
1/2 inch (1.3 centimeters)
1 inch (2.5 centimeters)
1.5 inches (4 centimeters)
2 inches (5 centimeters)
#13
What is the correct hand placement for chest compressions on an adult during CPR?
Lower half of the sternum
Over the ribs
Above the collarbones
Center of the abdomen
#14
What is the purpose of providing high-quality CPR?
To minimize patient discomfort
To decrease the likelihood of survival
To increase the chances of survival
To prolong the resuscitation process
#15
During CPR, when should an automated external defibrillator (AED) be used?
Before beginning compressions
After 5 minutes of CPR
As soon as it is available
After administering epinephrine