BLS CPR Techniques & Procedures 3

Question 1

A patient is found unresponsive but is breathing normally. What should the rescuer do?

Accepted Answer

Place the patient in the recovery position and monitor

Answer

An unresponsive patient who is breathing normally should be placed in the recovery (lateral) position to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration.

Question 2

During infant CPR, what is the correct finger placement for chest compressions?

Accepted Answer

Two fingers on the center of the chest just below the nipple line

Answer

For infant single-rescuer CPR, two fingers are placed just below the nipple line on the center of the chest.

Question 3

What compression depth is recommended for infant CPR?

Accepted Answer

At least 1.5 inches (approximately one-third the anterior-posterior chest depth)

Answer

For infants, compressions should be at least one-third the anterior-posterior diameter of the chest, approximately 1.5 inches.

Question 4

When using a bag-mask device for ventilation during CPR, what is the recommended seal technique for two rescuers?

Accepted Answer

One rescuer uses both hands (E-C clamp) to hold the mask while the second squeezes the bag

Answer

With two rescuers, one uses the two-hand E-C clamp technique to maintain a tight mask seal while the other squeezes the bag.

Question 5

A rescuer performing CPR hears a 'crack' during chest compressions. What should the rescuer do?

Accepted Answer

Reposition the hands and continue CPR

Answer

Rib fractures can occur during CPR but do not outweigh the benefit; the rescuer should recheck hand position and continue effective compressions.

BLS - Basic Life Support Practice Test

BLS - Basic Life Support Practice Test

BLS CPR Techniques & Procedures 3