American Red Cross First Aid / CPR / AED Instructor Exam Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct & Verified

American Red Cross First Aid / CPR / AED Instructor Exam Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Correct & Verified What should you do if you come across a person having a seizure? A) Protect their head and clear the area of dangerous objects B) Hold them down to prevent injury C) Place an object in their mouth to prevent biting the tongue D) Pour cold water on them to stop the seizure What is the correct way to handle a burn injury? A) Apply ice directly to the burn B) Cool the burn with clean water and cover it with a sterile dressing C) Pop any blisters that form D) Rub butter or ointment on the burn Why should you avoid removing an impaled object from a wound? A) It could make the victim more uncomfortable 2 B) It may cause severe bleeding or more damage C) It increases the risk of infection D) It might break the object into smaller pieces What is the best position for a person in shock? A) Sitting upright with their head down B) Lying flat with their arms raised C) Lying on their back with legs elevated D) Standing and moving around to improve circulation How can you recognize signs of heat exhaustion? A) Shivering and slow pulse B) Confusion and blue-tinted skin C) Heavy sweating, dizziness, and nausea D) Sudden burst of energy followed by collapse What should you do if someone is experiencing hypothermia? A) Give them coffee or alcohol to warm them up 3 B) Have them take a hot shower immediately C) Move them to a warm environment and remove wet clothing D) Keep them standing to encourage blood circulation What is the purpose of an epinephrine auto-injector? A) To treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) B) To reduce swelling from minor insect bites C) To stop minor bleeding quickly D) To help with breathing difficulties due to asthma What is the first step when approaching a victim in need of first aid? A) Begin CPR immediately B) Check the scene for safety C) Call 911 without assessing the victim D) Move the victim to a more comfortable position Why is it important to wear gloves when providing first aid? A) To keep hands warm in cold conditions 4 B) To prevent infections for both the rescuer and victim C) To improve grip while performing chest compressions D) To show professionalism How should chest compressions be performed on an adult during CPR? A) At a depth of about 1 inch B) At a rate of 60 compressions per minute C) At least 2 inches deep at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute D) With locked elbows and fingers spread apart What should you do if the AED advises “No shock needed”? A) Resume CPR immediately B) Remove the AED pads and check the pulse C) Turn off the AED and wait for paramedics D) Give two rescue breaths before continuing What is the correct ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths for adult CPR? A) 30 compressions to 2 breaths 5 B) 15 compressions to 2 breaths C) 10 compressions to 1 breath D) 50 compressions to 5 breaths