First Aid FREE First Aid Sudden Medical Emergencies Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

A coworker suddenly collapses and is unresponsive. After calling 911, you find no pulse. What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR?

Accepted Answer

30 compressions to 2 breaths

Answer

The American Heart Association recommends a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR.

Question 2

A person is having a diabetic emergency and is conscious but confused. Which action is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Give them a sugary drink or glucose gel

Answer

A conscious diabetic patient showing signs of low blood sugar should receive sugar (juice, glucose gel, or candy) to raise their glucose level.

Question 3

You witness someone having a tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure. Which action should you take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Clear the area of hard or sharp objects

Answer

Clearing the surrounding area of hazards prevents injury during a seizure; you should never restrain the person or place anything in their mouth.

Question 4

A person is showing signs of a stroke including facial drooping, arm weakness, and slurred speech. What does the acronym FAST stand for?

Accepted Answer

Face, Arms, Speech, Time

Answer

FAST stands for Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911 — the key stroke recognition tool.

Question 5

A child is found unresponsive and not breathing normally. How many rescue breaths should you give before starting CPR compressions if you are alone?

Accepted Answer

2 rescue breaths

Answer

For an unresponsive child with no breathing, give 2 rescue breaths before beginning 30 chest compressions when using the 30:2 ratio.

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First Aid FREE First Aid Sudden Medical Emergencies Questions and Answers 2