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CPR WRITTEN EXAM 2026/2027 | CPR
CERTIFICATION | 50 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: CPR BASICS AND CHAIN OF SURVIVAL – Questions 1–10
Q1: CPR Basics – Chain of Survival
What is the first link in the adult Chain of Survival?
A. Advanced life support
B. Recognition and activation of emergency response
C. High-quality CPR
D. Post-cardiac arrest care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The first link is recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of the emergency response
system. Early recognition and calling for help are critical. [100% CORRECT]
Q2: CPR Basics – Chain of Survival
Which link in the pediatric Chain of Survival is emphasized because of the high incidence of
respiratory arrest?
A. Early CPR
B. Prevention
C. Advanced life support
D. Post-cardiac arrest care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For pediatric arrest, prevention is emphasized because respiratory failure and shock often
precede cardiac arrest. [100% CORRECT]
Q3: CPR Basics – Compression Rate
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?
A. 60–80/min
B. 80–100/min
C. 100–120/min
D. 120–140/min
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The AHA recommends a compression rate of 100–120 compressions per minute for all
ages. [100% CORRECT]
Q4: CPR Basics – Compression Depth
What is the recommended compression depth for an average adult?
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A. At least 1 inch
B. At least 1.5 inches
C. At least 2 inches (5 cm)
D. At least 3 inches
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adult compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep, but not more than 2.4 inches
(6 cm). [100% CORRECT]
Q5: CPR Basics – Chest Recoil
Why is complete chest recoil important during CPR?
A. It allows blood to return to the heart
B. It prevents rib fractures
C. It increases compression rate
D. It reduces rescuer fatigue
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Full chest recoil allows the heart to refill with blood, improving coronary perfusion and
cardiac output. [100% CORRECT]
Q6: CPR Basics – Minimizing Interruptions
What is the maximum recommended interruption in chest compressions?
A. 5 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 15 seconds
D. 20 seconds
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Interruptions should be limited to less than 10 seconds to maintain coronary perfusion
pressure. [100% CORRECT]
Q7: CPR Basics – Compression Fraction
What is the target compression fraction (percent of time doing compressions) during CPR?
A. At least 40%
B. At least 50%
C. At least 60%
D. At least 80%
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The target compression fraction is at least 60% to maximize blood flow. [100% CORRECT]
Q8: CPR Basics – Ventilation Rate
What is the recommended ventilation rate during adult CPR with an advanced airway?
A. 1 breath every 2 seconds
B. 1 breath every 4 seconds
CPR WRITTEN EXAM 2026/2027 | CPR
CERTIFICATION | 50 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: CPR BASICS AND CHAIN OF SURVIVAL – Questions 1–10
Q1: CPR Basics – Chain of Survival
What is the first link in the adult Chain of Survival?
A. Advanced life support
B. Recognition and activation of emergency response
C. High-quality CPR
D. Post-cardiac arrest care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The first link is recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of the emergency response
system. Early recognition and calling for help are critical. [100% CORRECT]
Q2: CPR Basics – Chain of Survival
Which link in the pediatric Chain of Survival is emphasized because of the high incidence of
respiratory arrest?
A. Early CPR
B. Prevention
C. Advanced life support
D. Post-cardiac arrest care
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For pediatric arrest, prevention is emphasized because respiratory failure and shock often
precede cardiac arrest. [100% CORRECT]
Q3: CPR Basics – Compression Rate
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?
A. 60–80/min
B. 80–100/min
C. 100–120/min
D. 120–140/min
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The AHA recommends a compression rate of 100–120 compressions per minute for all
ages. [100% CORRECT]
Q4: CPR Basics – Compression Depth
What is the recommended compression depth for an average adult?
, 2
A. At least 1 inch
B. At least 1.5 inches
C. At least 2 inches (5 cm)
D. At least 3 inches
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adult compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep, but not more than 2.4 inches
(6 cm). [100% CORRECT]
Q5: CPR Basics – Chest Recoil
Why is complete chest recoil important during CPR?
A. It allows blood to return to the heart
B. It prevents rib fractures
C. It increases compression rate
D. It reduces rescuer fatigue
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Full chest recoil allows the heart to refill with blood, improving coronary perfusion and
cardiac output. [100% CORRECT]
Q6: CPR Basics – Minimizing Interruptions
What is the maximum recommended interruption in chest compressions?
A. 5 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 15 seconds
D. 20 seconds
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Interruptions should be limited to less than 10 seconds to maintain coronary perfusion
pressure. [100% CORRECT]
Q7: CPR Basics – Compression Fraction
What is the target compression fraction (percent of time doing compressions) during CPR?
A. At least 40%
B. At least 50%
C. At least 60%
D. At least 80%
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The target compression fraction is at least 60% to maximize blood flow. [100% CORRECT]
Q8: CPR Basics – Ventilation Rate
What is the recommended ventilation rate during adult CPR with an advanced airway?
A. 1 breath every 2 seconds
B. 1 breath every 4 seconds
