FREE First Aid Principles Questions and Answers Flashcards
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When performing CPR on an adult, what is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio?
Answer: 30 compressions to 2 breaths
The American Heart Association recommends a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR.
What does the 'R' stand for in the RICE method used for soft tissue injuries?
Answer: Rest
In the RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), 'R' stands for Rest to prevent further injury.
A victim is unresponsive and not breathing normally. After calling 911, what should you do next?
Answer: Begin CPR starting with chest compressions
Current guidelines recommend starting CPR with chest compressions (C-A-B: Compressions, Airway, Breathing) immediately after calling 911.
What is the correct depth for chest compressions in adult CPR?
Answer: At least 2 inches
Adult chest compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep to effectively circulate blood.
Which of the following is a sign of anaphylactic shock?
Answer: Hives, swelling, and difficulty breathing
Anaphylaxis causes systemic allergic reactions including hives, angioedema, and bronchospasm leading to breathing difficulty.
When treating a conscious choking adult who cannot cough, speak, or breathe, you should perform:
Answer: Abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
Abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) are the recommended technique for relieving a severe airway obstruction in a conscious adult.