CPR Procedures

Question 1

What is the first step in performing CPR on an adult who has collapsed and is unresponsive?

Accepted Answer

Call for emergency medical help or activate the emergency response system.

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Check the person's pulse.

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Begin rescue breathing.

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Begin rescue breathing.

Question 2

What is the proper hand placement for chest compressions on an adult?

Accepted Answer

One hand in the center of the chest, the other hand on top.

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Both hands placed on the upper chest.

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One hand on the stomach.

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One hand placed on the lower abdomen.

Question 3

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult?

Accepted Answer

At least 2 inches deep.

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At least 1 inch deep.

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At least 3 inches deep.

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No specific depth is required.

Question 4

What is the recommended compression-to-breath ratio for adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

30:2

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15:2

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15:1

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30:1

Question 5

If an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) becomes available, when should it be used during CPR?

Accepted Answer

As soon as it is available, follow the AED prompts.

Answer

After giving 30 chest compressions, before providing 2 rescue breaths.

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After providing 2 rescue breaths, before performing chest compressions.

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AED should not be used during CPR.

Question 6

When performing CPR on an adult, how often should you reassess the person?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 minutes.

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Every 30 seconds.

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Every 5 minutes.

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Never reassess; continue CPR until emergency help arrives.

Question 7

What is the correct rate for chest compressions during adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

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60 compressions per minute.

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80 compressions per minute.

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100-120 compressions per minute.

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140 compressions per minute.