POST First Responder First
Aid/CPR/AED: Module 1 Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2024/2025 |
Correct & Verified
Why is hands-only CPR recommended for untrained rescuers?
✔✔ It is easy to perform and still effective in keeping blood circulating.
How often should rescue breaths be given during CPR for a child?
✔✔ One breath every 3-5 seconds.
Why should you never remove a deeply embedded object from a wound?
✔✔ It may be controlling bleeding and removing it could worsen the injury.
Why is checking for responsiveness important before starting CPR?
✔✔ It helps determine if the person is truly unresponsive and in need of CPR.
How can you tell if someone is breathing normally?
✔✔ Look for chest rise, listen for breath sounds, and feel for airflow.
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, What should you do if a choking person becomes unconscious?
✔✔ Lower them to the ground and begin CPR immediately.
How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?
✔✔ At least 2 inches deep.
Why is early defibrillation important in cardiac arrest?
✔✔ It can restore a normal heart rhythm and increase survival chances.
How can you reduce the risk of disease transmission while providing first aid?
✔✔ Use personal protective equipment like gloves and a barrier device for breathing.
What is the purpose of the recovery position?
✔✔ It keeps an unconscious person’s airway open and prevents choking.
What is the main goal when treating a person in shock?
✔✔ Keep them warm, calm, and lying down while getting emergency help.
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Aid/CPR/AED: Module 1 Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2024/2025 |
Correct & Verified
Why is hands-only CPR recommended for untrained rescuers?
✔✔ It is easy to perform and still effective in keeping blood circulating.
How often should rescue breaths be given during CPR for a child?
✔✔ One breath every 3-5 seconds.
Why should you never remove a deeply embedded object from a wound?
✔✔ It may be controlling bleeding and removing it could worsen the injury.
Why is checking for responsiveness important before starting CPR?
✔✔ It helps determine if the person is truly unresponsive and in need of CPR.
How can you tell if someone is breathing normally?
✔✔ Look for chest rise, listen for breath sounds, and feel for airflow.
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, What should you do if a choking person becomes unconscious?
✔✔ Lower them to the ground and begin CPR immediately.
How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?
✔✔ At least 2 inches deep.
Why is early defibrillation important in cardiac arrest?
✔✔ It can restore a normal heart rhythm and increase survival chances.
How can you reduce the risk of disease transmission while providing first aid?
✔✔ Use personal protective equipment like gloves and a barrier device for breathing.
What is the purpose of the recovery position?
✔✔ It keeps an unconscious person’s airway open and prevents choking.
What is the main goal when treating a person in shock?
✔✔ Keep them warm, calm, and lying down while getting emergency help.
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