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1. When should the rescuer initially ensure that the scene is safe? a. When the rescuer first sees a potential victim b. After the rescuer activates the emergency response system c. As emergency medical services arrive on the scene d. After an AED that is attached to the victim delivers a shock - A 10. The recommended rate for performing chest compressions for victims of all ages is a. At least 40 compressions per minute b. At least 60 compressions per minute c. At least 80 compressions per minute d. At least 100 compressions per minute - D 11. The compression-to-ventilation ratio for 1-rescuer adult CPR is a. 30:2 b. 5:1 c. 20:2 d. 15:2 - A 12. After the airway is opened, which of the following correctly states the proper technique for delivering mouth-to-mouth ventilation? a. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, pinches the victim's nose closed, and gives 2 breaths while watching for the chest to rise b. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, and gives several small puffs while trying to avoid making the chest rise c. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, and gives 1 slow breath for a duration of 5 seconds d. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, and gives 5 slow breaths, each with a duration of 2 seconds, while watching for the chest to rise - A13. The rescuer knows the rescue breath for in infant victim is effective when a. The stomach visibly rises b. The chest rises visibly c. The child ventilation bag is completely compressed d. The rescuer can hear an air leak around the mask - B 14. Which of the following ventilation devices/techniques is not recommended for a single rescuer to provide breaths during CPR? a. Bag-mask device b. Mouth-to-barrier device technique c. Mouth-to-mouth technique d. Mouth-to-mask technique - A