BLS Practice Test Questions; Correctly solved

The 2010 AHA guidelines for CPR recommended BLS sequence of steps are: correct answers Chest compressions, Airway, Breathing Where should you attempt to perform a pulse check in a child who is anywhere from one year to puberty?* correct answers Carotid or femoral artery The proper steps for operating an AED are: correct answers Power on the AED, attach electrode pads, analyze the rhythm, clear the individual, and deliver shock How often should rescuers switch roles when performing two-rescuer CPR? correct answers After every two cycles of CPR The compression to ventilation ratio for the one-rescuer giving CPR to victims of ANY age is: correct answers 30:2 Where should you attempt to perform a pulse check in an adult? correct answers Carotid artery At what age is it necessary to use the child AED pads? correct answers 8 years of age or younger An AED can be used safely in which of the following situations EXCEPT: correct answers Victim lying partially in water The 5 links in the adult Chain of Survival include all of the following EXCEPT: correct answers Usage of Cardiovascular Medications You are alone when you encounter a patient in what appears to be cardiac or respiratory arrest. What are the first three steps you should take to stabilize the patient? Check for danger, ____________, and send for help. correct answers Check for response In both infants and children, the compression to ventilation ratio for one-rescuer CPR is: correct answers 30:2 A 21 year old intoxicated college student turns blue and collapses while eating a hot dog at a bar. What is the most likely cause? correct answers Choking You assess that the patient still has a pulse, what is the next step in managing this case? correct answers Open airway What age is a considered an infant for BLS purposes? correct answers Under 1 Why are ventilations delivered to a pediatric arrest patient before seeking assistance in single rescuer scenarios? correct answers Most pediatric cardiac arrests are due to respiratory arrest