Correct Answers 2026
Chest compressions for an adult are performed:
a. at a rate between 60-80 compressions
b. at a rate of at least 80 compressions per minute
c. at a rate between 80-100 compressions per minute
d. at a rate between 100-120 compressions per minute - CORRECT ANSWER -d. at a rate
between 100-120 compressions per minute
The ratio of compressions to breaths in adults is:
a. 15:1
b. 10:2
c. 20:2
d. 30:2 - CORRECT ANSWER -d. 30:2
*No matter how many rescuers are available (in adults), the correct ratio is 30 to 2.
An adult patient in respiratory arrest with a pulse is ventilated via bag valve mask:
a. 8-10 times per minute
b. 10-12 times per minute
c. 12-14 times per minute
d. 14-16 times per minute - CORRECT ANSWER -b. 10-12 times per minute
*When there is no advanced airway in place, ventilations should be given 10 to 12 times per
minute. This translates to one ventilation every 5 to 6 seconds.
Hypotension following cardiac arrest is NOT treated with:
a. IV calcium infusion