NSC Exam | Actual Exam with All 60
Verified Questions and Detailed Correct
Answers | A+ Graded | 2026/2027
1. Which of the following best describes the purpose of Good Samaritan laws?
A. To protect victims from being sued if they are injured during rescue attempts.
B. To protect rescuers from legal liability when they act in good faith and
without negligence. [CORRECT]
C. To mandate that all citizens must stop and render aid in an emergency.
D. To require rescuers to have a medical license before providing care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Good Samaritan laws are designed to encourage people to help others in
emergency situations by providing legal protection to those who render aid in good
faith, are not negligent, and do not expect compensation.
2. You arrive at the scene of an emergency where a bystander is performing CPR on an
unresponsive person. What is the first thing you should do?
A. Immediately take over CPR because you are certified.
B. Call 911 if you haven't already done so.
C. Check for responsiveness and breathing. [CORRECT]
D. Ask the bystander to stop so you can check the scene for safety.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Before intervening or taking over, you must assess the situation. You should
confirm the patient's condition (check responsiveness and breathing) to determine if
care is still needed or if the patient has recovered. Checking scene safety is the first ste p
upon arrival, but once you see a bystander engaged, confirming the patient's status is
the immediate clinical priority before intervening.
,3. What are the three emergency action steps you should follow in any emergency?
A. Call, Care, Check.
B. Check, Call, Care. [CORRECT]
C. Assess, Act, Alert.
D. Safety, Situation, Support.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The NSC and major organizations teach the "Check, Call, Care" protocol.
First, check the scene and the victim, then call 911 (or have someone call), then provide
care.
4. If an injured person refuses care, even though they appear to need it, what should you
do?
A. Force care upon them because you are certified.
B. Respect their refusal and document it if possible. [CORRECT]
C. Call the police immediately.
D. Wait until they pass out and then start care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Conscious and mentally competent adults have the right to refuse medical
care (implied consent). You must respect their decision, inform them of the risks, and
document the refusal if possible. You cannot force treatment on a competent person.
5. What is "implied consent"?
A. When a victim verbally agrees to receive help.
B. When a victim is unresponsive or unable to respond, it is assumed they
would want help. [CORRECT]
C. When a bystander gives permission for you to help the victim.
D. When a doctor gives orders over the phone.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Implied consent applies when a victim is unconscious, mentally
incapacitated, or seriously injured and cannot respond. The law assumes they would
consent to life-saving aid if they could.
6. Which of the following is the most critical step in preventing disease transmission
when providing first aid?
A. Wearing a mask at all times.
B. Handwashing and using personal protective equipment (PPE) like
gloves. [CORRECT]
C. Administering antibiotics to the victim.
D. Sanitizing the floor before starting care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standard precautions, including handwashing and wearing barriers like
gloves, are the primary methods to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens
and other diseases.
7. When should you move an injured victim?
A. Whenever they are uncomfortable.
B. When there is immediate danger, such as a fire or explosion. [CORRECT]
C. To place them in a more comfortable position.
D. To make it easier for you to check their breathing.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: You should generally avoid moving an injured victim to prevent worsening
spinal injuries or other conditions. However, immediate movement is necessary if the
scene becomes unsafe (e.g., fire, risk of collapse, traffic).
Verified Questions and Detailed Correct
Answers | A+ Graded | 2026/2027
1. Which of the following best describes the purpose of Good Samaritan laws?
A. To protect victims from being sued if they are injured during rescue attempts.
B. To protect rescuers from legal liability when they act in good faith and
without negligence. [CORRECT]
C. To mandate that all citizens must stop and render aid in an emergency.
D. To require rescuers to have a medical license before providing care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Good Samaritan laws are designed to encourage people to help others in
emergency situations by providing legal protection to those who render aid in good
faith, are not negligent, and do not expect compensation.
2. You arrive at the scene of an emergency where a bystander is performing CPR on an
unresponsive person. What is the first thing you should do?
A. Immediately take over CPR because you are certified.
B. Call 911 if you haven't already done so.
C. Check for responsiveness and breathing. [CORRECT]
D. Ask the bystander to stop so you can check the scene for safety.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Before intervening or taking over, you must assess the situation. You should
confirm the patient's condition (check responsiveness and breathing) to determine if
care is still needed or if the patient has recovered. Checking scene safety is the first ste p
upon arrival, but once you see a bystander engaged, confirming the patient's status is
the immediate clinical priority before intervening.
,3. What are the three emergency action steps you should follow in any emergency?
A. Call, Care, Check.
B. Check, Call, Care. [CORRECT]
C. Assess, Act, Alert.
D. Safety, Situation, Support.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The NSC and major organizations teach the "Check, Call, Care" protocol.
First, check the scene and the victim, then call 911 (or have someone call), then provide
care.
4. If an injured person refuses care, even though they appear to need it, what should you
do?
A. Force care upon them because you are certified.
B. Respect their refusal and document it if possible. [CORRECT]
C. Call the police immediately.
D. Wait until they pass out and then start care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Conscious and mentally competent adults have the right to refuse medical
care (implied consent). You must respect their decision, inform them of the risks, and
document the refusal if possible. You cannot force treatment on a competent person.
5. What is "implied consent"?
A. When a victim verbally agrees to receive help.
B. When a victim is unresponsive or unable to respond, it is assumed they
would want help. [CORRECT]
C. When a bystander gives permission for you to help the victim.
D. When a doctor gives orders over the phone.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Implied consent applies when a victim is unconscious, mentally
incapacitated, or seriously injured and cannot respond. The law assumes they would
consent to life-saving aid if they could.
6. Which of the following is the most critical step in preventing disease transmission
when providing first aid?
A. Wearing a mask at all times.
B. Handwashing and using personal protective equipment (PPE) like
gloves. [CORRECT]
C. Administering antibiotics to the victim.
D. Sanitizing the floor before starting care.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Standard precautions, including handwashing and wearing barriers like
gloves, are the primary methods to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens
and other diseases.
7. When should you move an injured victim?
A. Whenever they are uncomfortable.
B. When there is immediate danger, such as a fire or explosion. [CORRECT]
C. To place them in a more comfortable position.
D. To make it easier for you to check their breathing.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: You should generally avoid moving an injured victim to prevent worsening
spinal injuries or other conditions. However, immediate movement is necessary if the
scene becomes unsafe (e.g., fire, risk of collapse, traffic).
