BLS Theo James Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
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How can you tell if chest compressions are deep enough?
✔✔ The chest visibly compresses to the correct depth and fully recoils between compressions.
What is the most important factor in high-quality CPR?
✔✔ Consistently delivering deep, fast compressions with minimal interruptions.
Why should you avoid leaning on the chest between compressions?
✔✔ It prevents full chest recoil, reducing blood flow to vital organs.
What is the main reason a person might not respond to CPR?
✔✔ Underlying medical conditions or prolonged downtime before CPR began.
If you witness a person suddenly collapse, what is the first thing you should do?
✔✔ Check for responsiveness and call for help immediately.
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, What should you do if a person starts coughing forcefully while choking?
✔✔ Encourage them to keep coughing and monitor closely.
How do you know if an AED pad is making proper contact with the skin?
✔✔ The pads fully adhere without wrinkles, and the AED does not display an error.
What is the best way to avoid rib fractures during CPR?
✔✔ Use proper hand placement and apply force straight down.
What should you do if an unresponsive person has a weak but present pulse?
✔✔ Deliver rescue breaths without chest compressions and monitor closely.
How do you assess an infant’s airway before giving breaths?
✔✔ Position the head in a neutral position without overextending the neck.
Why is it important to switch rescuers every two minutes during CPR?
✔✔ To prevent fatigue and maintain high-quality compressions.
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
How can you tell if chest compressions are deep enough?
✔✔ The chest visibly compresses to the correct depth and fully recoils between compressions.
What is the most important factor in high-quality CPR?
✔✔ Consistently delivering deep, fast compressions with minimal interruptions.
Why should you avoid leaning on the chest between compressions?
✔✔ It prevents full chest recoil, reducing blood flow to vital organs.
What is the main reason a person might not respond to CPR?
✔✔ Underlying medical conditions or prolonged downtime before CPR began.
If you witness a person suddenly collapse, what is the first thing you should do?
✔✔ Check for responsiveness and call for help immediately.
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, What should you do if a person starts coughing forcefully while choking?
✔✔ Encourage them to keep coughing and monitor closely.
How do you know if an AED pad is making proper contact with the skin?
✔✔ The pads fully adhere without wrinkles, and the AED does not display an error.
What is the best way to avoid rib fractures during CPR?
✔✔ Use proper hand placement and apply force straight down.
What should you do if an unresponsive person has a weak but present pulse?
✔✔ Deliver rescue breaths without chest compressions and monitor closely.
How do you assess an infant’s airway before giving breaths?
✔✔ Position the head in a neutral position without overextending the neck.
Why is it important to switch rescuers every two minutes during CPR?
✔✔ To prevent fatigue and maintain high-quality compressions.
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