Red Cross Instructor First Aid & CPR Training

Question 1

What is the first step when approaching a victim in need of first aid?

Accepted Answer

Check the scene for safety

Answer

Begin chest compressions immediately

Answer

Call 911 before assessing the victim

Answer

Ask bystanders for help first

Question 2

How should chest compressions be performed during adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

At least 2 inches deep at 100-120 compressions per minute

Answer

Less than 1 inch deep at any rate

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Only 30 compressions per minute

Answer

With locked arms at a slow pace

Question 3

What is the recommended first aid treatment for a severe bleeding wound?

Accepted Answer

Apply direct pressure with a clean cloth or bandage

Answer

Elevate the wound without applying pressure

Answer

Rinse the wound with cold water

Answer

Apply ice directly to the wound

Question 4

When should an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) be used?

Accepted Answer

As soon as it is available on an unresponsive person not breathing normally

Answer

Only if CPR has been performed for 10 minutes

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Only in hospital settings

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Only after checking for a pulse

Question 5

What is the proper first aid response for a choking adult who cannot cough or speak?

Accepted Answer

Perform the Heimlich maneuver

Answer

Give the person water to drink

Answer

Encourage them to breathe deeply

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Slap their back repeatedly without assessment

Question 6

How should a person experiencing signs of a heart attack be assisted?

Accepted Answer

Call 911 and help them take aspirin if not allergic

Answer

Have them walk around to improve circulation

Answer

Tell them to lie down and wait without calling for help

Answer

Encourage deep breaths and ignore chest pain