NSC First Aid and CPR 5

Question 1

What should a rescuer do if they are unable or unwilling to give rescue breaths during CPR?

Accepted Answer

Perform hands-only (compression-only) CPR

Answer

Hands-only CPR (continuous chest compressions without rescue breaths) is effective and recommended when a rescuer cannot or will not give breaths.

Question 2

A victim has a suspected spinal injury. How should you open the airway?

Accepted Answer

Jaw thrust maneuver without head movement

Answer

The jaw thrust maneuver opens the airway while minimizing spinal movement, making it the preferred method when spinal injury is suspected.

Question 3

What is the minimum number of AED pads needed, and where are they placed on an adult?

Accepted Answer

Two pads — one on the upper right chest and one on the lower left side

Answer

Two AED pads are placed in specific positions to deliver an electrical shock across the heart — one below the right collarbone and one below the left armpit.

Question 4

A child begins seizing. After the seizure ends, what is the most important first aid action?

Accepted Answer

Place the child in the recovery position and monitor breathing

Answer

After a seizure, placing the child on their side in the recovery position protects the airway and allows monitoring until full recovery.

Question 5

What is the correct treatment for a minor (superficial) burn?

Accepted Answer

Cool the burn with cool (not ice cold) running water for 10–20 minutes

Answer

Cool running water reduces heat in the tissue, relieves pain, and limits damage; ice, butter, or oil should never be applied to burns.

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NSC First Aid and CPR 5