CPR Practice Test

What should you do first if you are alone and find an unconscious adult victim with no obvious cause?

• Administer an AED
• Call 911
• Deliver one minute of CPR
• Deliver two minutes of CPR

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If someone suffers cardiac arrest, how long should you take before starting CPR?

• 20 seconds
• 10 seconds
• 1 minute
• 30 seconds

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While walking in the park, you saw an unconscious adult. The adult is breathing but doesn't have a pulse. What's the best thing you should do?

• Perform CPR with chest compression and rescue breathing
• Provide rescue breathing only
• Perform chest compressions only
• Call 911 and wait for the EMS to arrive

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You try to give an unresponsive adult a rescue breath, and the chest does not appear to rise when you give the 1st breath. What would you do next?

• Perform abdominal thrusts
• Do chest compressions only
• Stop CPR and wait for EMS
• Repeat the head tilt/chin lift maneuver and attempt the breath again

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After offering resuscitation in the event of a cardiac arrest and your patient starts breathing, what's the best recovery position to put them in to maintain a clear airway?

• In a still position
• In a left lateral position
• In a stable true lateral position, head-dependent on something and no pressure on the chest
• In a stable true lateral position, head-dependent on something with pressure on the chest

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You are walking along the sidewalk and see an unconscious child. What is the first thing you should do if you did not witness the collapse?

• Perform 2 minutes of CPR
• Call 911
• Perform chest compression
• Provide rescue breathing

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While performing CPR on a child, interruptions to chest compressions should be limited to:

• Less than 10 seconds
• Less than 15 seconds
• Less than 20 seconds
• 1 minute

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While you are performing CPR on a child, another rescuer appears on the scene. What do you do next?

• Transport the child immediately
• Wait until you feel exhausted, then ask the 2nd rescuer to replace you
• Ask the second rescuer to help with CPR to minimize fatigue
• Ask the second rescuer to give rescue breaths at a ratio of 30:2

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What is the latest recommendation for CPR compression depth in an adult patient?

• 1-2 inches
• 2 inches
• 2-2.4 inches
• 2-2.6 inches

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According to the American Heart Association guidelines, what is the recommended chest compression rate during cardiac arrest management?

• 100-120 compressions per minute
• 90-100 compressions per minute
• Less than 80 compressions per minute
• Less than 60 compressions per minute

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Chest compressions on an infant are delivered with the?

• Entire hand
• Fingers
• The heel of the palm
• Knuckles

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How many breaths should be given during a two-rescuer CPR on an adult with an advanced airway in place?

• 1 breath every 10 compressions
• 2 breaths every 30 compressions
• 1 breath every 5 compressions
• 5 breaths every 30 compressions

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What is the appropriate duration when giving rescue breaths

• Rescue breaths should last 1 second
• Rescue breaths should last 2 seconds
• Rescue breaths should last 3 seconds
• Rescue breaths should last 4 seconds

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What are the correct steps when operating an AED?

• Open the AED case, remove the AED pads, apply the AED pads to the patient's chest, and then turn on the AED
• Open the AED case, remove the AED pads, turn on the AED, and then apply the AED pads to the patient's chest
• Apply the AED pads to the patient's chest, open the AED case, remove the AED pads, and then turn on the AED
• Apply the AED pads to the patient's chest, turn on the AED, open the AED case, and then remove the AED pads

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Which of the following is not a shockable rhythm?

• Asystole
• Ventricular fibrillation
• Pulseless electrical activity
• Ventricular tachycardia

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What should you do after attaching the AED pads to the victim's chest?

• Give abdominal thrusts.
• Allow the device to analyze the victim's heart rhythm.
• Check if the victim has a pulse
• Turn on the AED.

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Why is it necessary for the rescuer to experience recoil between each compression?

• To prevent injury to the patient's organ
• To allow the heart to fill with oxygenated blood
• To allow blood delivery to the brain
• To give rest to the rescuer

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What is the correct compression depth for infant CPR?

• 2 inches
• 3 inches
• 1/3 of the infant's chest diameter
• 1/2 of the infant's chest diameter

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While you are trying to relieve choking on an infant, the infant loses consciousness. What should you do?

• Perform the Heimlich Maneuver
• Perform CPR
• Do continuous back blows
• Transport the infant to the nearest hospital

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What's the first thing you should check when entering an emergency situation?

• The number of victims
• The seriousness of injuries
• Imminent dangers in the environment
• The location of a first aid kit

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You are on a crowded subway when a person collapses and stops breathing. How do you safely administer CPR in such a confined and potentially hazardous space?

• Move the person to a wide, open space before starting CPR.
• Begin CPR immediately, focusing on chest compressions while ensuring the area is as safe as possible.
• Wait for professional help to arrive and assess the situatio
• Put the victim in recovery position while waiting for professional help

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When administering CPR to elderly patients or individuals with pre-existing conditions like asthma, what procedural differences should you consider?

• Use full force on chest compressions to ensure effectiveness.
• Be cautious of brittle bones and avoid aggressive compressions, maintaining a steady, controlled technique.
• Skip rescue breathing to avoid complications from pre-existing conditions.
• Use an AED only if the person has a pre-existing heart condition.

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Studies show a 70% increase in survival rates when CPR is started within how many minutes of collapse?

• 5 minutes
• 4 minutes
• 3 minutes
• 2 minutes

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You are administering CPR to a 1-year-old child. What differences in technique should you apply compared to performing CPR on an adult?

• Use two hands for chest compressions and apply more force.
• Use one hand or two fingers for chest compressions and deliver gentle breaths.
• Skip chest compressions and focus on rescue breathing only.
• Perform chest compressions at a slower rate than for adults.

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In a public space without clear access to an AED, how would you instruct bystanders to find one while continuing CPR?

• Send one person to immediately call 911 and locate the nearest AED.
• Pause CPR and go search for an AED yourself.
• Wait for emergency responders to bring the AED and continue chest compressions in the meantime.
• Perform rescue breathing until the AED is found.

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How do you modify CPR protocols to maintain safety during a respiratory pandemic?

• Skip chest compressions and focus solely on rescue breathing.
• Use a cloth or mask to cover the person's face while administering chest compressions only.
• Avoid touching the person until professional help arrives.
• Perform CPR normally without modifications.

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You're in a remote hiking location with no immediate access to emergency services. How do you adjust CPR while waiting for help?

• Perform CPR for 5 minutes and then stop to conserve energy.
• Perform continuous chest compressions, and if alone, use a phone to call for help as soon as possible.
• Avoid CPR until you can signal for help or move the person.
• Only give rescue breaths to preserve energy.

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You are the only trained person in a large crowd. How do you manage crowd control while administering CPR?

• Ignore the crowd and focus solely on the victim.
• Ask the crowd to step back and assign someone to call 911 and get an AED.
• Stop CPR intermittently to give instructions to the crowd.
• Wait for emergency responders to manage the crowd before beginning CPR.

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After successfully resuscitating a victim, what should you do while waiting for emergency personnel to arrive?

• Leave the victim to call 911.
• Stop monitoring the person once they are conscious.
• Monitor the person’s breathing and circulation, keeping them comfortable until help arrives.
• Give the person water and food to regain strength.

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These free CPR test questions and answers provide a valuable resource for individuals preparing for CPR certification exam or looking to refresh their knowledge. Covering a wide range of real-life scenarios, including CPR for special populations, infants, and high-pressure situations, these questions help users understand essential techniques and safety protocols.

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