AND ANSWERS
What are the correct rate and depth for providing compressions during high-quality adult CPR
to improve survival? - ANS Rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute and depth of at least
2 inches
You are having lunch with a friend at a restaurant. You both eat the same dessert, and within a
few minutes you notice your friend's face is flushed. He says his throat feels tight and feels like
it's closing. What step in the adult Chain of Survival is described in this scenario? -
ANS Recognizing the emergency
What should you do when you phone your emergency response number (or 9-1-1)? -
ANS Answer all the dispatcher's questions
What actions result in the best chance of survival if someone is not breathing (or is only
gasping) and isn't responding? - ANS Start CPR, and use an AED if one is available
What is a sign that an infant is not responding to the tap and shout? - ANS The infant does
nothing
How deep should you push the chest of an adult victim when giving chest compressions? -
ANS At least 2 inches
When performing CPR, when should you switch positions and allow someone else to take over
compressions and breaths? - ANS About every 2 minutes
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