NSC First Aid and CPR 4

Question 1

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute for CPR?

Accepted Answer

100–120 per minute

Answer

CPR should be performed at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute to optimize blood circulation.

Question 2

A victim has a chemical burn to the eye. What is the correct first aid?

Accepted Answer

Flush the eye with large amounts of water for at least 15–20 minutes

Answer

Immediate and prolonged irrigation with water is critical to dilute and remove the chemical from the eye.

Question 3

When is it appropriate to remove an embedded (impaled) object from a wound?

Accepted Answer

Only when it interferes with CPR

Answer

An impaled object should only be removed if it interferes with performing CPR; otherwise, stabilize it in place to prevent further injury.

Question 4

Which sign best distinguishes a stroke from other emergencies?

Accepted Answer

Sudden facial drooping, arm weakness, or speech difficulty

Answer

The FAST acronym (Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 9-1-1) identifies classic stroke signs.

Question 5

A victim is experiencing a diabetic emergency and is still conscious. What should you give them?

Accepted Answer

A sugary drink or glucose tablets

Answer

A conscious diabetic victim showing signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) should receive a fast-acting sugar source such as juice or glucose tablets.

NSC Practice Test

NSC Practice Test

NSC First Aid and CPR 4