American Red Cross CPR/AED for the
Professional Rescuer and First Aid
Exam Set 2024/2025
In a professional rescue scenario, what is the first step you should take when approaching a
scene?
Ensure the scene is safe before providing care.
A 12-year-old boy at a swim meet grabs his chest and begins to make wheezing noises. After you
obtain consent to provide care, his mother informs you that he has a history of asthma, but does
not have his inhaler nearby. What care should you provide?
a. Give 5 back blows.
b. Summon more advanced medical personnel
and place the victim into a position that
helps breathing.
c. Tell the victim to use an inhaler borrowed
from a bystander.
d. Wait 20 minutes to see if the breathing
difficulty goes away.
What is the primary responsibility of a professional rescuer when responding to an emergency?
To assess the situation and provide appropriate care while activating the emergency response
system.
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,If a victim has a visible obstruction in their airway, what is the best first action?
Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) if they are unable to cough or breathe.
What should you do if you are performing CPR and you notice the victim regaining
consciousness?
Monitor their condition and keep them calm until emergency services arrive.
When assessing a scene, what factors should you consider to ensure safety?
Potential hazards, bystander safety, and the number of victims.
If a victim has a burn, what is the first step in treatment?
Cool the burn under running water for at least 10 minutes.
What is the significance of the acronym SAMPLE during patient assessment?
It helps gather important medical history: Signs and symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past
medical history, Last oral intake, and Events leading to the incident.
If a professional rescuer must leave a victim to call for help, what is the best way to ensure their
safety?
Place them in the recovery position if they are breathing normally.
How do you correctly assess a pulse in an adult?
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, Check for the carotid pulse in the neck for at least 5 to 10 seconds.
In the case of a drowning victim, what is your first priority upon rescue?
Ensure their airway is clear and begin rescue breaths if they are not breathing.
What is the correct depth for chest compressions in adult CPR for a professional rescuer?
At least 2 inches deep, but no more than 2.4 inches.
When performing CPR on an adult victim, what is the recommended compression-to-breath ratio
for one rescuer?
30 compressions to 2 breaths.
How often should you switch positions with another rescuer when performing CPR?
Every 2 minutes or after 5 cycles of CPR.
What should you do if you encounter a victim who is unresponsive and not breathing?
Call 911 and begin CPR immediately.
What action should you take if a choking adult becomes unresponsive?
Call for help, begin CPR, and check the mouth for the obstruction.
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Professional Rescuer and First Aid
Exam Set 2024/2025
In a professional rescue scenario, what is the first step you should take when approaching a
scene?
Ensure the scene is safe before providing care.
A 12-year-old boy at a swim meet grabs his chest and begins to make wheezing noises. After you
obtain consent to provide care, his mother informs you that he has a history of asthma, but does
not have his inhaler nearby. What care should you provide?
a. Give 5 back blows.
b. Summon more advanced medical personnel
and place the victim into a position that
helps breathing.
c. Tell the victim to use an inhaler borrowed
from a bystander.
d. Wait 20 minutes to see if the breathing
difficulty goes away.
What is the primary responsibility of a professional rescuer when responding to an emergency?
To assess the situation and provide appropriate care while activating the emergency response
system.
1
,If a victim has a visible obstruction in their airway, what is the best first action?
Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) if they are unable to cough or breathe.
What should you do if you are performing CPR and you notice the victim regaining
consciousness?
Monitor their condition and keep them calm until emergency services arrive.
When assessing a scene, what factors should you consider to ensure safety?
Potential hazards, bystander safety, and the number of victims.
If a victim has a burn, what is the first step in treatment?
Cool the burn under running water for at least 10 minutes.
What is the significance of the acronym SAMPLE during patient assessment?
It helps gather important medical history: Signs and symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Past
medical history, Last oral intake, and Events leading to the incident.
If a professional rescuer must leave a victim to call for help, what is the best way to ensure their
safety?
Place them in the recovery position if they are breathing normally.
How do you correctly assess a pulse in an adult?
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, Check for the carotid pulse in the neck for at least 5 to 10 seconds.
In the case of a drowning victim, what is your first priority upon rescue?
Ensure their airway is clear and begin rescue breaths if they are not breathing.
What is the correct depth for chest compressions in adult CPR for a professional rescuer?
At least 2 inches deep, but no more than 2.4 inches.
When performing CPR on an adult victim, what is the recommended compression-to-breath ratio
for one rescuer?
30 compressions to 2 breaths.
How often should you switch positions with another rescuer when performing CPR?
Every 2 minutes or after 5 cycles of CPR.
What should you do if you encounter a victim who is unresponsive and not breathing?
Call 911 and begin CPR immediately.
What action should you take if a choking adult becomes unresponsive?
Call for help, begin CPR, and check the mouth for the obstruction.
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