HEARTCODE BLS EXAM PREP 2026 ADULT
CHILD AND INFANT RESUSCITATION
PROTOCOL OVERVIEW
◉ When providing rescue breaths to a child or infant victim, you
should give 1 breath every ____ to _____ seconds.
Answer: 2; 3
◉ What are some of the special considerations when using an AED?
Answer: Water, implanted defibrillators/pacemakers, excessive
chest hair, & transdermal medicine patches.
◉ What is the correct approach for AED pad placement for infants
and children less than 8 years of age?
Answer: As indicated on the pad packages.
◉ What does a chest compression feedback device monitor?
Answer: Chest recoil, compression depth, & compression rate
◉ How does CPR differ in an unresponsive adult choking victim?
Answer: The airway is checked for the obstructing object.
CHILD AND INFANT RESUSCITATION
PROTOCOL OVERVIEW
◉ When providing rescue breaths to a child or infant victim, you
should give 1 breath every ____ to _____ seconds.
Answer: 2; 3
◉ What are some of the special considerations when using an AED?
Answer: Water, implanted defibrillators/pacemakers, excessive
chest hair, & transdermal medicine patches.
◉ What is the correct approach for AED pad placement for infants
and children less than 8 years of age?
Answer: As indicated on the pad packages.
◉ What does a chest compression feedback device monitor?
Answer: Chest recoil, compression depth, & compression rate
◉ How does CPR differ in an unresponsive adult choking victim?
Answer: The airway is checked for the obstructing object.