CPR for Specific Populations

Question 1

What is the recommended compression depth for CPR on a child (age 1 to puberty)?

Accepted Answer

About 2 inches deep

Answer

At least 1 inch deep

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About 1.5 inches deep

Answer

At least 2.5 inches deep

Question 2

How many hands should be used for chest compressions on a small child during CPR?

Accepted Answer

One hand or both hands, depending on the size of the child

Answer

Both hands, one on top of the other

Answer

Only one hand at all times

Answer

Use fingers, not hands

Question 3

When performing CPR on an infant (under 1 year old), what is the correct hand placement for chest compressions?

Accepted Answer

Two fingers in the center of the chest, just below the nipple line

Answer

One hand in the center of the chest

Answer

Two hands on the lower sternum

Answer

Two thumbs side by side on the upper chest

Question 4

What is the recommended compression-to-breath ratio for CPR on infants and children when two rescuers are present?

Accepted Answer

15:2

Answer

30:2

Answer

10:1

Answer

20:2

Question 5

How should you modify CPR for a pregnant individual in cardiac arrest?

Accepted Answer

Place a wedge under the right hip to tilt the person slightly to the left.

Answer

Perform chest compressions as usual with no modifications.

Answer

Perform compressions only on the upper chest.

Answer

Avoid rescue breaths to prevent complications.

Question 6

How do you adjust rescue breathing for a drowning victim?

Accepted Answer

Provide 5 initial rescue breaths before starting chest compressions.

Answer

Skip rescue breaths and focus only on chest compressions.

Answer

Perform rescue breaths and compressions at a 15:1 ratio.

Answer

Only perform rescue breaths and wait for emergency services.

Question 7

What is the recommended action if you are performing CPR on an infant and notice a visible airway obstruction?

Accepted Answer

Provide back blows and chest thrusts to clear the obstruction.

Answer

Continue compressions and breaths without addressing the obstruction.

Answer

Attempt to remove the obstruction with your fingers.

Answer

Stop CPR immediately and wait for help.