CPR AED TEST 1 WITH ALL CORRECT & VERIFIED
ANSWERS (UPDATED)
To activate the EMS: Correct answer-call 9-1-1
You should always make sure __________________ before delivering a shock to a victim using an
AED. Correct answer-that everyone is clear of the victim
Once you have turned on the AED, you should: Correct answer-apply the pads and allow the AED
to analyze the heart rhythm.
Who can use a defibrillator in a public place? Correct answer-anyone
Which of the following best describes how a defibrillator works? Correct answer-It delivers an
electrical shock to the heart to clear excessive electrical activity and allow the heart to regain its
normal rhythm.
The pads used to deliver the electrical shock to the heart can be placed over clothing.
(True/False) Correct answer-False
The 'chain of survival' is a term used to describe the actions required to give a casualty in cardiac
arrest the best chance of survival. Which of these best describes the chain of survival? Correct
answer-Early access to help, Early CPR, Early defibrillation, Early advanced care
You are in the cafeteria when a friend at the next table suddenly clutches his throat with both hands.
You ask him if he is choking and he frantically nods yes. You tell him you are trained in first aid and
that you can help. As you send someone to call 9-1-1, what should you do? Correct answer-stand
behind the victim, and give abdominal thrusts
Where should you position your hand to give abdominal thrusts for a conscious choking victim?
Correct answer-in the middle of the abdomen just above the belly button
A person is exhibiting the universal sign of choking if he or she: Correct answer-is grasping the
throat.
To care for an alert choking adult or child: Correct answer-give abdominal thrusts until the object is
removed.
When preparing an AED for use, the first thing you should do is ________________. Correct
answer-turn on the AED
Effective chest compressions: Correct answer-all of the above
Continue CPR until you are replaced by a trained person or the scene becomes unsafe.
(True/False) Correct answer-True
What does the term CPR stand for? Correct answer-cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
An unresponsive person should be placed in what position when CPR is needed? Correct answer-
Faceup on a firm, flat surface
ANSWERS (UPDATED)
To activate the EMS: Correct answer-call 9-1-1
You should always make sure __________________ before delivering a shock to a victim using an
AED. Correct answer-that everyone is clear of the victim
Once you have turned on the AED, you should: Correct answer-apply the pads and allow the AED
to analyze the heart rhythm.
Who can use a defibrillator in a public place? Correct answer-anyone
Which of the following best describes how a defibrillator works? Correct answer-It delivers an
electrical shock to the heart to clear excessive electrical activity and allow the heart to regain its
normal rhythm.
The pads used to deliver the electrical shock to the heart can be placed over clothing.
(True/False) Correct answer-False
The 'chain of survival' is a term used to describe the actions required to give a casualty in cardiac
arrest the best chance of survival. Which of these best describes the chain of survival? Correct
answer-Early access to help, Early CPR, Early defibrillation, Early advanced care
You are in the cafeteria when a friend at the next table suddenly clutches his throat with both hands.
You ask him if he is choking and he frantically nods yes. You tell him you are trained in first aid and
that you can help. As you send someone to call 9-1-1, what should you do? Correct answer-stand
behind the victim, and give abdominal thrusts
Where should you position your hand to give abdominal thrusts for a conscious choking victim?
Correct answer-in the middle of the abdomen just above the belly button
A person is exhibiting the universal sign of choking if he or she: Correct answer-is grasping the
throat.
To care for an alert choking adult or child: Correct answer-give abdominal thrusts until the object is
removed.
When preparing an AED for use, the first thing you should do is ________________. Correct
answer-turn on the AED
Effective chest compressions: Correct answer-all of the above
Continue CPR until you are replaced by a trained person or the scene becomes unsafe.
(True/False) Correct answer-True
What does the term CPR stand for? Correct answer-cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
An unresponsive person should be placed in what position when CPR is needed? Correct answer-
Faceup on a firm, flat surface
