EFD TRAINING FINAL EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
1. During a scene size-up, what is the very first priority for an Emergency First Responder?
A. Checking the patient’s level of consciousness
B. Determining the mechanism of injury
C. Ensuring personal safety and scene security
D. Calling for advanced life support
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Safety is always the first priority. You cannot help others if you
become a victim yourself.
2. What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR when one
rescuer is present?
A. 30:2
B. 30:1
C. 15:2
D. 15:1
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Current guidelines recommend 30 compressions followed by 2
breaths for adult patients.
3. At what rate should chest compressions be performed during CPR for victims of all ages?
A. 100-120 per minute
B. 80-100 per minute
C. 120-140 per minute
D. At least 60 per minute
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The optimal rate for chest compressions is between 100 and 120
beats per minute.
4. When assessing a patient using the ‘SAMPLE’ acronym, what does the ‘M’ stand for?
A. Medications
B. Mechanism of Injury
C. Medical History
D. Mental Status
Answer: A
, Conceptual Explanation: SAMPLE stands for Signs/Symptoms, Allergies, Medications,
Past Medical History, Last Oral Intake, and Events leading up to the injury.
5. Which of the following is the correct depth for adult chest compressions?
A. One-third the depth of the chest
B. 1 to 1.5 inches
C. Exactly 3 inches
D. At least 2 inches (5 cm) but no more than 2.4 inches (6 cm)
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Effective adult CPR requires compressions at a depth of 2 to 2.4
inches to adequately circulate blood.
6. A patient is conscious and choking but is still able to cough forcefully. What is the correct
action?
A. Perform abdominal thrusts immediately
B. Give five back blows
C. Encourage the patient to continue coughing
D. Begin CPR
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: If the patient can cough or speak, the airway is only partially
obstructed; allow them to attempt to clear it themselves.
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
THIS YEAR
1. During a scene size-up, what is the very first priority for an Emergency First Responder?
A. Checking the patient’s level of consciousness
B. Determining the mechanism of injury
C. Ensuring personal safety and scene security
D. Calling for advanced life support
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Safety is always the first priority. You cannot help others if you
become a victim yourself.
2. What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR when one
rescuer is present?
A. 30:2
B. 30:1
C. 15:2
D. 15:1
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Current guidelines recommend 30 compressions followed by 2
breaths for adult patients.
3. At what rate should chest compressions be performed during CPR for victims of all ages?
A. 100-120 per minute
B. 80-100 per minute
C. 120-140 per minute
D. At least 60 per minute
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The optimal rate for chest compressions is between 100 and 120
beats per minute.
4. When assessing a patient using the ‘SAMPLE’ acronym, what does the ‘M’ stand for?
A. Medications
B. Mechanism of Injury
C. Medical History
D. Mental Status
Answer: A
, Conceptual Explanation: SAMPLE stands for Signs/Symptoms, Allergies, Medications,
Past Medical History, Last Oral Intake, and Events leading up to the injury.
5. Which of the following is the correct depth for adult chest compressions?
A. One-third the depth of the chest
B. 1 to 1.5 inches
C. Exactly 3 inches
D. At least 2 inches (5 cm) but no more than 2.4 inches (6 cm)
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Effective adult CPR requires compressions at a depth of 2 to 2.4
inches to adequately circulate blood.
6. A patient is conscious and choking but is still able to cough forcefully. What is the correct
action?
A. Perform abdominal thrusts immediately
B. Give five back blows
C. Encourage the patient to continue coughing
D. Begin CPR
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: If the patient can cough or speak, the airway is only partially
obstructed; allow them to attempt to clear it themselves.
