NASM CPR-ASTI Midterm Exam 2025/2026 – (Graded A+)
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What is the first step in using an AED - Turn it on
High quality CPR says you should compress the chest at least - 2 inches or 1/3 of the chest to be
effective
Using an AED you should always - Follow the prompts
IF someone is in water can you use an AED? - Yes, remove them from the water and dry them first
You should observe for chest rise to - Make sure breaths are effective (with or without bag mask
device)
Compression rate for all 1 rescuer CPR - 30 compression to 2 breaths (rate of 100-120 minute)
2 rescuer adult ratio - 30 to 2 at a rate of 100 to 120 per minute
2 rescuer child/infant - 15 to 2, rate of 100 to 120 per minute
If an infant or child has an WITNESSED event the rescuer should - Leave to call 911 (or activate EMS)
If a child or infant has an un-witnessed event the rescuer should - Provide 2 minutes (5 cycles) of CPR
before leaving to get help
In a team rescue - - rescuers alternate compression when prompted by AED or every 5 cycles (2
minutes) or when fatigued
Practicing or providing high quality CPR at a level that is within your training and ability - Knowing
your limitations and respecting professional boundaries
An AED (Defibrillation) can - restore a normal heart rhythm
Pass with Confidence Using 100% Verified Answers!
What is the first step in using an AED - Turn it on
High quality CPR says you should compress the chest at least - 2 inches or 1/3 of the chest to be
effective
Using an AED you should always - Follow the prompts
IF someone is in water can you use an AED? - Yes, remove them from the water and dry them first
You should observe for chest rise to - Make sure breaths are effective (with or without bag mask
device)
Compression rate for all 1 rescuer CPR - 30 compression to 2 breaths (rate of 100-120 minute)
2 rescuer adult ratio - 30 to 2 at a rate of 100 to 120 per minute
2 rescuer child/infant - 15 to 2, rate of 100 to 120 per minute
If an infant or child has an WITNESSED event the rescuer should - Leave to call 911 (or activate EMS)
If a child or infant has an un-witnessed event the rescuer should - Provide 2 minutes (5 cycles) of CPR
before leaving to get help
In a team rescue - - rescuers alternate compression when prompted by AED or every 5 cycles (2
minutes) or when fatigued
Practicing or providing high quality CPR at a level that is within your training and ability - Knowing
your limitations and respecting professional boundaries
An AED (Defibrillation) can - restore a normal heart rhythm
