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BLS TEST QUESTIONS (AHA), BLS (AHA) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024
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BLS TEST QUESTIONS (AHA), BLS (AHA)what is the first step to perform once the AED arrives on the scene? - ANSWERS-
turn on the AED
When should you deliver a shock from the AED? - ANSWERS-after the AED
activates a shock, charge, states a "clear the victim", and prompts me to push the
shock buttom
what is the best way to relieve severe chocking in a responsive adult? - ANSWERS-
perform abdominal thrust
what is the correct depth of chest compression for a child victim? - ANSWERS-at
least one third the depth of the chest, approx 2 inches
What is the recommended compression ventilation ration for 2 rescuer child CPR?
- ANSWERS-15:2
what size AED pads should be used for child less that 8 years of age? - ANSWERS-
adult pads/ dose may be used if peadrtic pads are not available
a choking adult become unresponsive while you are doing abdominal thrust for
severe chocking. what should you do next? - ANSWERS-begin CPR
,what is the recommended compression ventilation ration for 1 rescuer infant CPR
- ANSWERS-30:2
what is the preferred technique for providing chest compressions during 2 rescuer
CPR for an infant? - ANSWERS-the 2 thumb - encircling hands technique
where is the brachial pulse located? - ANSWERS-on the inside of the upper arm
between the elbow and the shoulder.
As of 2017, what percent of people who have an out-of-hospital, non-traumatic
cardiac arrest, treated by EMS, survive to be discharged from the hospital? -
ANSWERS-10%
How does the AHA define adults, children and infants? - ANSWERS-Adults =
adolescents (ie., after the onset of puberty and older
Children = 1 year of age to onset of puberty
Infants = less than 1 year of age (excluding newly born infants in the delivery
room)
which victim requires CPR? - ANSWERS-a victim who is unresponsive with no
normal breathing and no pulse
when is it important to move an adult victim who needs CPR? - ANSWERS-when
an adult/ victim is in a dangerous environment
,High quality CPR includes starting chest compressions within how many seconds
after recognition of cardiac arrest in victims of all ages? - ANSWERS-10 seconds
interruptions of chest compressions should be limited to how many seconds? -
ANSWERS-10 seconds
how can you tell when a rescue breath for an infant victim is effective? -
ANSWERS-there is visible rise of the chest
what is the best method of opening the airway of an unresponsive victim when
you do not suspect cervical spine injury? - ANSWERS-use the head tilt chin lift
what technique is not recommended for single rescuer to provide breaths during
CPR? - ANSWERS-bag mask device
what is likely to cause air to enter the victims stomach( gastric inflation) during
bag mask ventilation? - ANSWERS-breaths are given to quickly or with to much
force
What are the correct compression and ventilation rates for 2 rescuers CPR in the
prescience of an advanced airway in adult victim? - ANSWERS-compress at a rate
of at least 100 per min with 2 breaths every 5 to 10 secs
how does complete chest recoil contribute to effective CPR? - ANSWERS-allows
the heart to refill with blood between compressions
, what is the recommended compression- ventilation ratio for 2 rescuer adult CPR?
- ANSWERS-30:2 for 2 rescuer
to reduce fatigue during CPR, how often should compressions switch roles? -
ANSWERS-after every 5 cycles of compressions and breaths
what is the recommended compression rate for performing CPR on a victim of any
age? - ANSWERS-100 per min
during 2 rescuer CPR, one rescuer will provide chest compressions. what is the
role of the second rescuer? - ANSWERS-maintain an open airway and give breaths
why are chest compression important? - ANSWERS-they pump blood to the rest
of the body
What are signs of puberty? - ANSWERS-Chest or underarm hair in males and any
breast development in females.
The BLS Course focuses on preparing students to perform ___ skills. - ANSWERS-
CPR
What are the two components of CPR? - ANSWERS-1) chest compressions
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