OFA Respiratory Emergencies & Airway Management

Question 1

Which airway-opening technique is recommended for an unresponsive adult when NO spinal injury is suspected?

Accepted Answer

Head-tilt chin-lift

Answer

The head-tilt chin-lift is the standard first-aid technique for opening the airway of an unconscious patient without a suspected spinal injury.

Question 2

What is the normal resting respiratory rate for an adult?

Accepted Answer

12–20 breaths per minute

Answer

A normal adult resting respiratory rate is 12–20 breaths per minute; rates outside this range may indicate a breathing problem.

Question 3

When a spinal injury is suspected in an unconscious worker, which airway technique should the first aider use?

Accepted Answer

Jaw thrust maneuver

Answer

The jaw thrust moves the mandible forward to open the airway without extending the neck, making it the preferred method when spinal injury is possible.

Question 4

Which sign is most consistent with a COMPLETE airway obstruction?

Accepted Answer

Unable to speak, cough, or breathe

Answer

A victim with a complete obstruction cannot speak, cough, or move air and requires immediate intervention such as abdominal thrusts.

Question 5

Which breath sound indicates a partial UPPER airway obstruction?

Accepted Answer

Stridor

Answer

Stridor is a high-pitched, harsh inspiratory sound caused by partial obstruction at the level of the larynx or trachea.

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

(OFA) Occupational First Aid Certification Practice Test

OFA Respiratory Emergencies & Airway Management