The American Red Cross CPR Quiz Answers (Verified
Questions and Answers) 2025/2026
Module 1: First Aid, CPR, AED Foundations - correct questions and answers
Q1: What is important for Joe to do before he approaches Nick? - correct questions and
answersCheck the scene for safety.
Q2: What should Joe do once he has determined that the scene is safe? - correct questions and
answersForm an initial impression, obtain consent to care and use PPE.
Q3: When interviewing the person to find out more information, it is important to ask specific
questions. The mnemonic SAM should be used to help you remember to ask those questions.
Which of the following are topics covered by SAM? Select all that apply. - correct questions and
answers- Medications and medical conditions
- Signs and symptoms
- Allergies
Q4: Joe knows based on Nick's answers during the interview and by what he observes that he
should complete a focused check where on Nick? - correct questions and answersRight arm and
elbow.
Module 2: Adult CPR and AED - correct questions and answers
Pre-Assessment Questions & Answers - correct questions and answers
Q1: Which of the following would indicate cardiac arrest? Select 2 answers - correct questions
and answersUnresponsiveness
Not breathing or gasping
, Q2: If your check of the person leads you to suspect that they are in cardiac arrest, which of the
following actions are the correct actions you should take in the correct order of taking them? -
correct questions and answersCall or send someone to call 9-1-1 and get an AED and first aid
kit, Begin CPR; Use an AED
Q3: High-quality chest compression? - correct questions and answers- Compression rate of 100
to 120 per minute
- Minimize interruptions
- Complete chest recoil, chest goes back to normal
Q4: What is the correct hand position when giving chest compressions to an adult? - correct
questions and answersHeel of one hand in the center of the person's chest, other hand on top;
fingers interlaced and up and off the chest
Q5: When giving chest compressions to an adult, what is the correct compression depth to use?
- correct questions and answersAt least 2 inches
Q6: When giving breaths to an adult, use the head-tilt/chin-lift technique to open the airway to
which of the following positions? - correct questions and answerspast-neutral
Q7: If you are unable or unwilling for any reason to give breaths during CPR, what is the best
action to take? - correct questions and answersgive continuous chest compressions
Q8: When placing AED pads on an adult, you should use which of the following preferred pad
placements? - correct questions and answersOne pad on the upper right side of the chest and
the other on the lower left side of the chest, a few inches below the left armpit
Q9: When using an AED, what is very important to do while the AED is analyzing? - correct
questions and answersClear everyone from touching the person
Questions and Answers) 2025/2026
Module 1: First Aid, CPR, AED Foundations - correct questions and answers
Q1: What is important for Joe to do before he approaches Nick? - correct questions and
answersCheck the scene for safety.
Q2: What should Joe do once he has determined that the scene is safe? - correct questions and
answersForm an initial impression, obtain consent to care and use PPE.
Q3: When interviewing the person to find out more information, it is important to ask specific
questions. The mnemonic SAM should be used to help you remember to ask those questions.
Which of the following are topics covered by SAM? Select all that apply. - correct questions and
answers- Medications and medical conditions
- Signs and symptoms
- Allergies
Q4: Joe knows based on Nick's answers during the interview and by what he observes that he
should complete a focused check where on Nick? - correct questions and answersRight arm and
elbow.
Module 2: Adult CPR and AED - correct questions and answers
Pre-Assessment Questions & Answers - correct questions and answers
Q1: Which of the following would indicate cardiac arrest? Select 2 answers - correct questions
and answersUnresponsiveness
Not breathing or gasping
, Q2: If your check of the person leads you to suspect that they are in cardiac arrest, which of the
following actions are the correct actions you should take in the correct order of taking them? -
correct questions and answersCall or send someone to call 9-1-1 and get an AED and first aid
kit, Begin CPR; Use an AED
Q3: High-quality chest compression? - correct questions and answers- Compression rate of 100
to 120 per minute
- Minimize interruptions
- Complete chest recoil, chest goes back to normal
Q4: What is the correct hand position when giving chest compressions to an adult? - correct
questions and answersHeel of one hand in the center of the person's chest, other hand on top;
fingers interlaced and up and off the chest
Q5: When giving chest compressions to an adult, what is the correct compression depth to use?
- correct questions and answersAt least 2 inches
Q6: When giving breaths to an adult, use the head-tilt/chin-lift technique to open the airway to
which of the following positions? - correct questions and answerspast-neutral
Q7: If you are unable or unwilling for any reason to give breaths during CPR, what is the best
action to take? - correct questions and answersgive continuous chest compressions
Q8: When placing AED pads on an adult, you should use which of the following preferred pad
placements? - correct questions and answersOne pad on the upper right side of the chest and
the other on the lower left side of the chest, a few inches below the left armpit
Q9: When using an AED, what is very important to do while the AED is analyzing? - correct
questions and answersClear everyone from touching the person
