Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED Pre-Test Practice Exam

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• How does an AED work?
• Which action is recommended for burn first aid?
• How should you decide whether to move a patient with a suspected spinal injury?
• Which statement correctly describes abdominal thrusts for a responsive choking person?
• Gently pressing on wound edges to promote some bleeding is described for which type of wound?
• What is the first action you should take upon arriving at a scene with an unresponsive adult?
• Which of the following are common signs of a heart attack?
• Which of the following indicates a circular bandage may be too tight?
• The recovery position is used to help an unresponsive victim by:
• If an AED pad would touch a patch on the skin, what should you do?
• Which of the following is a sign of an allergic reaction to a bee sting?
• The signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning may include
• What is the correct chest compression to ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an adult?
• Why is correct placement of AED pads important?
• Besides gloves, which should you use to protect against exposure to blood or bodily fluids?
• When connected properly to the victim, what will the AED unit advise you to do?
• What is the correct action for an unconscious patient with a clearly patent airway and breathing when a spinal injury is not suspected?
• During adult CPR, which position should your elbows be in while performing chest compressions?
• Which statement about wound care is true?
• An effective way to warm a victim of hypothermia is to
• What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?
• How should you decide to move a patient with a suspected spinal injury?
• Which of the following is a sign of heatstroke?
• Which action is recommended to prevent infection during first aid for injuries?
• To help protect a seizure victim from injury, which action should you take?
• If you see an object in an unresponsive infant's mouth while giving CPR for choking, remove it by:
• Signs and symptoms of a brain injury may occur as late as which time after the injury?
• In rescue breathing, how can you verify air is entering the victim's lungs?
• When should you stop performing CPR?
• Rescue breathing is given to adults at a rate of
• The depth of chest compressions in CPR for a child is approximately:
• The first thing to do for a responsive victim who has swallowed a poisonous substance is to
• How do you differentiate heat stroke from heat exhaustion?
• When splinting a forearm injury, which option correctly describes the immobilization?
• How should you immobilize a suspected fracture in the field?
• Rescue breathing is performed on a victim
• Where should the victim be positioned before applying AED pads?
• What is the role of documentation after providing first aid?
• Which of the following is a sign or symptom of a possible head or brain injury?
• Checking the victim's ABCs begins with which action?
• After administering epinephrine for anaphylaxis, what should you do next?
• How should you respond to a severe bleeding wound?
• When is it appropriate to place someone in the recovery position?
• How should you handle a nosebleed?
• If an unresponsive adult is not breathing normally, what should you do first?
• To remove an object from an unresponsive infant's mouth during CPR for choking, you should:
• When should you call EMS?
• Signs of a head or brain injury may appear as late as how long after the injury?
• Basic life support is care given to:
• What is the first action for a conscious choking adult who cannot speak or breathe?
• What is the correct compressions-to-breaths ratio for an adult during CPR?
• How should you protect yourself when giving CPR in a potentially infectious environment?
• If the patient regains capacity, what should you do?
• What is the recommended compression-to-breath ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an adult?
• For an infant, where is the correct hand position for chest compressions?
• For child CPR with two rescuers, what ratio should be used?
• Checking for signs of circulation involves looking for which of the following?
• What should you document after providing first aid?
• The correct hand position for chest compressions in CPR for an adult or child is
• During AED use, why is no one allowed to touch the patient during analysis?
• To open the airway of a victim you think has a spinal injury, use the:
• How should you deliver rescue breaths during CPR with a barrier device?
• What should you do if a patient’s chest does not rise with a rescue breath?
• The recovery position is used to:
• Which sequence describes essential steps for AED readiness during an emergency?
• What is the recommended ratio of compressions to breaths for two rescuers performing CPR on a child?
• Which signs may indicate a possible spinal injury?
• In a scene with more than one injured person, what is the recommended approach?
• Which statement accurately describes immobilizing a suspected fracture?
• When using an AED, you should ensure that everyone is clear of the victim before delivering a shock.
• How should you treat heat-related illness?
• Should an AED be used on a victim without signs of circulation?
• Choking care for a responsive infant includes
• In a mass-casualty triage, what is the primary goal?
• What is the purpose of using a barrier device during CPR?
• What is the recommended action for a conscious person with suspected hypoglycemia who can swallow?
• In the cardiac chain of survival, 'early access' refers to:
• It may be acceptable to move a seriously injured victim if
• Which symptom may indicate an allergic reaction to a bee sting?
• How should you handle a choking infant?
• For basic life support techniques, a child is defined as someone between the ages of
• Basic life support is often needed for victims of
• In CPR for an adult, what is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute?
• What is the first priority for an unconscious person who is not breathing?
• What is the main purpose of using a barrier device during CPR?
• If you are alone with a collapsed person, what should you do first?
• Which signs may indicate a spinal injury?
• Which statement best describes universal precautions?
• When you are the first on the scene of a vehicle crash and the driver is unresponsive, you should
• When should you stop CPR?
• To control severe bleeding, first you should
• Rescue breathing is given to infants and children at a rate of
• If a victim who is choking is coughing, you should
• Following universal precautions means you should always assume what?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a common sign of a heart attack?
• Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency because
• If a victim has persistent chest pressure or pain, what should you do?
• What is the standard rate for adult chest compressions?
• The first aid for a fracture includes
• What is the purpose of the secondary assessment in first aid?
• Which action should be taken when a choking adult becomes unresponsive after abdominal thrusts?
• If a chemical spills in the eye, how long should you flush with running water?
• During CPR, the hands should be placed on the chest over which area?
• Where should you position your hands when performing chest compressions on an adult?
• If a victim is unresponsive, what is the default assumption about consent for life-saving assistance?
• Which action is described as first aid for frostbitten fingers?
• First aid for a serious burn includes
• In infant CPR with two rescuers, which hand configuration is used for chest compressions?
• Which action is used to relieve choking in a responsive adult or child?
• You treat choking in an unresponsive infant by giving:
• Which of the following is a characteristic of heatstroke?
• How should you treat a minor cut or abrasion?
• Which medication is typically used as a rescue treatment during an asthma attack?
• If the responsive choking adult to whom you are giving abdominal thrusts suddenly becomes unresponsive, what should you do?
• The purpose of using a barrier device during rescue breathing is to
• Rescue breathing is given to:
• To help protect a victim having a seizure from being injured, you should
• Which situation gives you consent to perform CPR on a victim?
• The first step in the cardiac chain of survival is
• What is implied consent in first aid?
• If a large object is impaled in a wound in the chest, you should
• In the shock position, the victim lies
• What is the recommended approach to preparing the chest for AED pad placement?
• Which statement about AED use is true?
• How should you apply AED pads if a wound or patch interferes with pad placement?
• In an unresponsive casualty with suspected cardiac arrest, when should you use an AED?
• Which action best reduces infection risk after treating a wound?
• What is the proper method for hand hygiene after providing first aid?
• For a dog bite, the first step is to
• For a chemical splash to the eye, the recommended flushing duration is
• Which action best maintains a clean environment when treating wounds?
• Which is the correct first step when applying ice to a sprained ankle and you should follow the 30-minute on, 30-minute off rule?
• The recovery position is used for a victim who
• If you know the victim is diabetic and is having a diabetic emergency, but you do not know whether it is a problem of high or low blood sugar, you should
• When using an AED on an adult, which sequence is correct after turning the device on?
• How should you treat a burn in the first aid setting?
• An important first aid step for a victim with a large third-degree burn is to
• During an ABC check on an unresponsive victim, which action signals you should proceed to breathing assessment?
• What is an important step to take when using an AED?
• Before applying AED pads, what should you do if the chest is wet?
• Describe the recommended depth of chest compressions for an adult during CPR.
• What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for an infant?
• In the cardiac chain of survival, 'early access' refers to
• In the FAST approach to stroke recognition, what does the 'Time' component emphasize?
• How should you perform infant CPR (two-rescuer technique)?
• Which statement is true about rescue breaths for infants and children?
• After a shock from an AED, what is the next step?
• What is listed as the depth of chest compressions for an adult?
• What should you do for an unresponsive choking victim?
• Which set of steps best reduces infection risk when caring for a wound?
• If someone is bitten by a dog, the first thing you should do is
• What does the SAMPLE history stand for?
• In infant CPR using the two-thumb encircling technique, where are the thumbs placed and how deep should compressions be?
• Which of the following would be an indication that a bandage is too tight?
• The hand position to give abdominal thrusts to a responsive choking child or adult is
• In an unresponsive infant with choking, what is the recommended action?
• How should you manage suspected anaphylaxis when an epinephrine auto-injector is available?
• When putting ice on a sprained ankle, you should
• What is the next step after approaching an unresponsive adult and ensuring scene safety?
• About how long should you blow into an adult victim with each rescue breath?
• What is the safe response to a seizure?
• The basic life support concept indicates care given to:
• When splinting a forearm injury, which action is important?
• What are the key steps to use the AED appropriately?
• What is the correct compressions-to-breaths ratio for an infant or child during CPR?
• During CPR for an unresponsive choking victim, when should you check the mouth for a visible object?
• What is the recommended rate of chest compressions for adult CPR?
• Proper wound care includes
• How should you perform CPR with two rescuers on a child?
• Someone who has asthma may have which medication to use if an asthma attack occurs?
• For purposes of basic life support techniques, a child is defined as someone between the ages of
• The first aid for frostbitten fingers include putting dry gauze or fluffy cloth between the fingers
• To open an unresponsive victim's airway when a spinal injury is not suspected, what is the correct technique?
• Which description best defines the recovery position?
• To protect yourself against bloodborne pathogens, you should
• Which statement best describes the purpose of the recovery position?
• If you suspect a spinal injury in an injured person, what is the recommended action?
• Which CPR ratio applies to infant and child CPR?
• What vital signs should you assess during a secondary assessment?
• What action should you take if a patient’s chest does not rise with a rescue breath?