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CPR PRACTICE EXAM 2026/2027 | CPR
CERTIFICATION | 50 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: ADULT BLS PRACTICE – Questions 1–12
Q1: Adult BLS – Scene Safety
What is the first action a rescuer should take when arriving at a scene?
A. Check for responsiveness
B. Ensure the scene is safe
C. Start compressions
D. Call for help
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ensure the scene is safe for both the rescuer and the victim before approaching. Do not
become a victim yourself. [100% CORRECT]
Q2: Adult BLS – Checking Responsiveness
How should a rescuer check an adult for responsiveness?
A. Tap and shout
B. Check pupils
C. Check radial pulse
D. Listen for breath sounds
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tap the victim's shoulder and shout, "Are you okay?" to assess responsiveness. [100%
CORRECT]
Q3: Adult BLS – Activating EMS
When should a rescuer activate EMS for an unresponsive adult?
A. After 2 minutes of CPR
B. After checking responsiveness and breathing
C. After 5 cycles of CPR
D. Only after using an AED
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If the adult is unresponsive and not breathing normally, activate EMS immediately (or
send someone) and retrieve an AED. [100% CORRECT]
Q4: Adult BLS – Pulse Check
What is the maximum time to check for a pulse in an adult?
A. 5 seconds
, 2
B. 10 seconds
C. 15 seconds
D. 20 seconds
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Check the carotid pulse for no more than 10 seconds. If unsure, start CPR. [100%
CORRECT]
Q5: Adult BLS – Agonal Breathing
How should a rescuer interpret agonal gasps?
A. As normal breathing
B. As a sign of cardiac arrest
C. As a sign of recovery
D. As a sign of choking
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Agonal gasps are not normal breathing and indicate cardiac arrest. Start CPR immediately.
[100% CORRECT]
Q6: Adult BLS – Compression Rate
What is the correct 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 recommended rate is 100–120 compressions per minute. [100% CORRECT]
Q7: Adult BLS – Compression Depth
What is the correct compression depth for an average adult?
A. At least 1 inch
B. At least 1.5 inches
C. At least 2 inches
D. At least 3 inches
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Compress at least 2 inches (5 cm) but not more than 2.4 inches (6 cm). [100% CORRECT]
Q8: Adult BLS – Chest Recoil
Why is complete chest recoil important?
A. It allows blood to return to the heart
B. It prevents rib fractures
C. It increases compression rate
D. It reduces rescuer fatigue
CPR PRACTICE EXAM 2026/2027 | CPR
CERTIFICATION | 50 VERIFIED Q&A | DETAILED
RATIONALES | PASS GUARANTEED – A+ GRADED
SECTION 1: ADULT BLS PRACTICE – Questions 1–12
Q1: Adult BLS – Scene Safety
What is the first action a rescuer should take when arriving at a scene?
A. Check for responsiveness
B. Ensure the scene is safe
C. Start compressions
D. Call for help
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ensure the scene is safe for both the rescuer and the victim before approaching. Do not
become a victim yourself. [100% CORRECT]
Q2: Adult BLS – Checking Responsiveness
How should a rescuer check an adult for responsiveness?
A. Tap and shout
B. Check pupils
C. Check radial pulse
D. Listen for breath sounds
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tap the victim's shoulder and shout, "Are you okay?" to assess responsiveness. [100%
CORRECT]
Q3: Adult BLS – Activating EMS
When should a rescuer activate EMS for an unresponsive adult?
A. After 2 minutes of CPR
B. After checking responsiveness and breathing
C. After 5 cycles of CPR
D. Only after using an AED
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If the adult is unresponsive and not breathing normally, activate EMS immediately (or
send someone) and retrieve an AED. [100% CORRECT]
Q4: Adult BLS – Pulse Check
What is the maximum time to check for a pulse in an adult?
A. 5 seconds
, 2
B. 10 seconds
C. 15 seconds
D. 20 seconds
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Check the carotid pulse for no more than 10 seconds. If unsure, start CPR. [100%
CORRECT]
Q5: Adult BLS – Agonal Breathing
How should a rescuer interpret agonal gasps?
A. As normal breathing
B. As a sign of cardiac arrest
C. As a sign of recovery
D. As a sign of choking
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Agonal gasps are not normal breathing and indicate cardiac arrest. Start CPR immediately.
[100% CORRECT]
Q6: Adult BLS – Compression Rate
What is the correct 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 recommended rate is 100–120 compressions per minute. [100% CORRECT]
Q7: Adult BLS – Compression Depth
What is the correct compression depth for an average adult?
A. At least 1 inch
B. At least 1.5 inches
C. At least 2 inches
D. At least 3 inches
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Compress at least 2 inches (5 cm) but not more than 2.4 inches (6 cm). [100% CORRECT]
Q8: Adult BLS – Chest Recoil
Why is complete chest recoil important?
A. It allows blood to return to the heart
B. It prevents rib fractures
C. It increases compression rate
D. It reduces rescuer fatigue
