CPR Cardiopulmonary Emergency Recognition 2

Question 1

An adult suddenly collapses in front of you and is unresponsive. After ensuring the scene is safe, what is the FIRST action you should take?

Accepted Answer

Tap the person and shout to check responsiveness, then call for help

Answer

Confirming unresponsiveness and activating emergency response is the first step before assessing breathing and pulse.

Question 2

While assessing an unresponsive adult, you note occasional gasping sounds. How should you interpret this finding?

Accepted Answer

Agonal gasps, which are a sign of cardiac arrest

Answer

Agonal gasps are not effective breathing and indicate cardiac arrest requiring immediate CPR.

Question 3

For a healthcare provider checking an adult's pulse during the initial assessment, where and for how long should the pulse be checked?

Accepted Answer

Carotid pulse for no more than 10 seconds

Answer

The carotid pulse should be checked for no more than 10 seconds to avoid delaying CPR.

Question 4

A coworker clutches their chest, becomes pale and sweaty, and complains of pain radiating to the left arm. What emergency are these signs MOST consistent with?

Accepted Answer

A heart attack (myocardial infarction)

Answer

Chest pain radiating to the arm with sweating and pallor are classic warning signs of a heart attack.

Question 5

What is the key difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest?

Accepted Answer

A heart attack is a circulation/blockage problem while cardiac arrest is an electrical problem that stops the heart

Answer

A heart attack is caused by blocked blood flow, while cardiac arrest is an electrical malfunction that stops the heartbeat.

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Practice Test

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Practice Test

CPR Cardiopulmonary Emergency Recognition 2