ARC First Aid and CPR 2

Question 1

When performing CPR on a medium-sized dog, what is the correct chest compression depth?

Accepted Answer

1/3 to 1/2 of the chest width

Answer

For medium-sized dogs, compress the chest 1/3 to 1/2 of its width to achieve effective cardiac output.

Question 2

A rescued cat has a suspected broken leg. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action before transport?

Accepted Answer

Immobilize the limb with a makeshift splint

Answer

Immobilizing a suspected fracture with a splint prevents further injury and reduces pain during transport to a veterinarian.

Question 3

Which sign MOST clearly indicates an animal is in respiratory distress rather than simply panting?

Accepted Answer

Blue or purple tinge to the gums

Answer

Cyanosis (blue or purple gums) indicates oxygen deprivation and is a hallmark sign of serious respiratory distress.

Question 4

When should rescue breathing be administered to an unconscious animal?

Accepted Answer

When breathing is absent or inadequate

Answer

Rescue breathing is indicated whenever an animal is not breathing or breathing is too shallow to sustain life, regardless of heart status.

Question 5

An animal rescue volunteer finds a dog with a wound that has a piece of glass embedded in it. What is the correct first aid approach?

Accepted Answer

Leave the object in place and bandage around it

Answer

Embedded objects should never be removed in the field; bandage around the object to stabilize it and control bleeding without dislodging it.

(ARC) Animal Rescue Certification Online Practice Test