CMT Emergency Response and First Aid

Question 1

When performing CPR on an adult, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio?

Accepted Answer

30:2

Answer

15:1

Answer

5:1

Answer

20:2

Question 2

What is the first step when discovering an unresponsive patient?

Accepted Answer

Ensure scene safety and call for help

Answer

Begin chest compressions immediately

Answer

Check for a pulse for 10 seconds

Answer

Administer oxygen via nasal cannula

Question 3

For an adult in cardiac arrest, chest compressions should be performed at a depth of:

Accepted Answer

At least 2 inches (5 cm)

Answer

1–1.5 inches

Answer

3–4 inches

Answer

0.5–1 inch

Question 4

Which universal sign indicates that a conscious patient is choking?

Accepted Answer

Clutching the throat with both hands

Answer

Pointing to the mouth

Answer

Placing hand on the chest

Answer

Shaking the head

Question 5

The Heimlich maneuver delivers abdominal thrusts to relieve choking by:

Accepted Answer

Forcing air upward from the lungs to dislodge the obstruction

Answer

Increasing stomach acid secretion

Answer

Compressing the carotid arteries

Answer

Stimulating the gag reflex

Question 6

When using an AED, you should ensure which of the following before delivering a shock?

Accepted Answer

All rescuers are clear of the patient

Answer

The patient is on a metal surface

Answer

CPR is ongoing during shock delivery

Answer

The patient's clothing is wet