Study Guide for NSC First Aid Certification Exam
A 20-year-old person dove off the end of the dock. Upon reaching the surface of the water, they do not
appear to be moving. What is the likely cause? - ANS-Neck injury
(Diving into shallow water is a common cause of cervical spine injury and potential paralysis.)
At what age is it necessary to use the child AED pads if available? - ANS-Up until puberty
Children's CPR is given to: - ANS-Children under the age of 8
If there is no response from the victim: - ANS-Give 1-2 minutes of CPR before calling 911 if the victim is a
child.
Give 1-2 minutes of CPR before calling 911 if the victim is an infant.
Call 911 and return to the victim if the victim is an adult.
Infant CPR is administered to any child under the age of: - ANS-12 months
Infant's responsiveness is checked by: - ANS-Patting victim's feet and shoulders.
The CABs of CPR are: - ANS-Circulation/Compressions, Airway and Breathing
The proper steps for operating an AED are: - ANS-Power on the AED, attach electrode pads, analyze the
rhythm, and shock the patient.
(The AED is very simple to use. Follow the diagram or voice instructions given by the AED. Apply the pads
properly and let the computer determine if and when a shock is needed. Make sure no one is touching
the person if the AED advises you to push the shock button.)
The rule for compressions part of CPR is: - ANS-1 hand, 1 inch when administered to children.
½ hand, ½ inch when administered to infants.
2 hands, 2 inches when administered to adults
A 20-year-old person dove off the end of the dock. Upon reaching the surface of the water, they do not
appear to be moving. What is the likely cause? - ANS-Neck injury
(Diving into shallow water is a common cause of cervical spine injury and potential paralysis.)
At what age is it necessary to use the child AED pads if available? - ANS-Up until puberty
Children's CPR is given to: - ANS-Children under the age of 8
If there is no response from the victim: - ANS-Give 1-2 minutes of CPR before calling 911 if the victim is a
child.
Give 1-2 minutes of CPR before calling 911 if the victim is an infant.
Call 911 and return to the victim if the victim is an adult.
Infant CPR is administered to any child under the age of: - ANS-12 months
Infant's responsiveness is checked by: - ANS-Patting victim's feet and shoulders.
The CABs of CPR are: - ANS-Circulation/Compressions, Airway and Breathing
The proper steps for operating an AED are: - ANS-Power on the AED, attach electrode pads, analyze the
rhythm, and shock the patient.
(The AED is very simple to use. Follow the diagram or voice instructions given by the AED. Apply the pads
properly and let the computer determine if and when a shock is needed. Make sure no one is touching
the person if the AED advises you to push the shock button.)
The rule for compressions part of CPR is: - ANS-1 hand, 1 inch when administered to children.
½ hand, ½ inch when administered to infants.
2 hands, 2 inches when administered to adults
