Pediatric CPR Guidelines and Procedures Quiz

Test your knowledge of pediatric CPR procedures with these key questions on compression, ventilation, and AED use. Prepare for emergencies!

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

15:2

30:2

5:1

10:1

Which action should be taken first in pediatric CPR?

Check for breathing

Call for help

Start chest compressions

Open the airway

What is the recommended age range for pediatric patients in terms of CPR guidelines?

0-12 months

0-18 years

1-8 years

0-10 years

Which age group is considered a neonate in pediatric CPR guidelines?

0-1 month

1-12 months

1-5 years

0-1 year

What is the proper hand position for giving chest compressions in pediatric CPR?

On the child's stomach

Over the child's head

Over the child's breastbone

On the child's back

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute in pediatric CPR?

60-80

80-100

100-120

120-140

What is the recommended compression depth for pediatric CPR?

2 inches (5 cm)

1 inch (2.5 cm)

1.5 inches (4 cm)

3 inches (7.5 cm)

In pediatric CPR, where should chest compressions be applied?

Lower half of the sternum

Upper half of the sternum

Over the xiphoid process

Between the ribs

Which action is recommended after delivering five cycles of CPR to an unresponsive child?

Continue CPR without interruption

Check for a pulse

Administer rescue breaths

Stop CPR and wait for medical personnel

#10

What is the recommended hand placement for pediatric CPR?

Upper third of the sternum

Center of the chest

Lower half of the sternum

Over the ribs

#11

During pediatric CPR, what should be done if the chest does not rise after two rescue breaths?

Continue with chest compressions

Check for a pulse

Reposition the airway

Administer more forceful breaths

#12

What is the correct sequence of actions in pediatric CPR?

Check for breathing, call for help, start compressions, open airway, give breaths

Call for help, check for breathing, start compressions, open airway, give breaths

Call for help, check for breathing, start compressions, give breaths, open airway

Check for breathing, call for help, open airway, start compressions, give breaths

#13

What is the compression rate for pediatric CPR?

80-100 compressions per minute

100-120 compressions per minute

120-140 compressions per minute

140-160 compressions per minute

#14

Which of the following statements regarding AED use in pediatric CPR is correct?

AEDs are not recommended for children under 8 years of age

AED pads should be placed in the same position for children and adults

Pediatric AED pads deliver higher energy shocks compared to adult pads

AEDs should be applied immediately without considering the child's age

#15

What is the preferred method for delivering breaths during pediatric CPR?

Mouth-to-mouth

Mouth-to-nose

Bag-mask ventilation

Chest thrusts

#16

How often should the effectiveness of chest compressions be assessed during pediatric CPR?

Every 1 minute

Every 2 minutes

Every 3 minutes

Every 5 minutes

#17

What is the recommended compression depth for pediatric CPR in an infant?

0.5 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm)

1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm)

1.5 to 2 inches (3.8 to 5 cm)

2 to 2.5 inches (5 to 6.3 cm)