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Adult/Pediatric CPR & AED + Standard First Aid Course

Adult and Pediatric CPR + Standard First Aid Exam

This exam consists of true or false and multiple choice questions. It's not timed (so don't rush) but all questions and answers are randomized each time (just to make sure you're paying attention).

When you're done you will see your statistics and receive your score - 70% or better to pass. Scroll down to review all of your answers and, depending on your status, re-take the exam or get your certification.

Good luck 🙂

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1. What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

1 inch

At least 2 inches

3 inches

Half an inch

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2. What is the recommended ventilation rate for rescue breathing in adults?

1 breath every 3-4 seconds

1 breath every 5-6 seconds

1 breath every 10 seconds

1 breath every second

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3. What is the most appropriate action if a child is gasping but has a pulse?

Begin chest compressions immediately

Provide rescue breathing at 1 breath every 3-5 seconds

Wait for the child to stop gasping before intervening

Perform the Heimlich maneuver

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4. Chest compressions should be at least 3 inches deep in adult CPR.

True

False

Think about what helps reduce damage and prevent infection.

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5. What should you do for a second-degree burn?

Apply ice to the burn

Cover it with a clean, dry bandage

Pop any blisters to release pressure

Rub butter on the burn to help healing

Shock affects circulation and vital signs.

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6. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

Pale, clammy skin

Weak, rapid pulse

Nausea and excessive thirst

Slow, strong pulse

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7. True or False: If someone has a head injury but seems fine, they do not need medical attention.

True

False

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8. For a choking infant, back slaps and chest thrusts are recommended instead of abdominal thrusts.

True

False

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9. True or False: If someone is experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, you should move them to fresh air immediately.

True

False

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10. Compressions should be stopped while giving rescue breaths.

True

False

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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11. What is the first step in treating a deep open wound?

Wash the wound with soap and water first

Apply direct pressure to stop the bleeding

Use alcohol to disinfect immediately

Leave the wound uncovered to let it air dry

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12. What is the recommended ventilation rate for rescue breathing in adults?

1 breath every 3-4 seconds

1 breath every 5-6 seconds

1 breath every 10 seconds

1 breath every second

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13. CPR should continue uninterrupted until EMS arrives or the victim recovers.

True

False

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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14. What is the first step in treating a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Administer CPR immediately

Get them to fresh air immediately

Give them a glass of water

Lay them flat and monitor their pulse

Prevent movement of the spine.

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15. How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Help them sit up carefully

Roll them onto their side

Keep them still and stabilize the head and neck

Have them walk to the nearest hospital

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16. What should you do if the victim is submerged in water and needs an AED?

Skip AED use

Dry the chest before applying pads

Press the shock button anyway

Wait until EMS arrives

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17. True or False: If someone is experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, you should move them to fresh air immediately.

True

False

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18. What is the first step in CPR?

Check for a pulse

Call 911

Give two rescue breaths

Start compressions

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19. What is the most appropriate action if a child is gasping but has a pulse?

Begin chest compressions immediately

Provide rescue breathing at 1 breath every 3-5 seconds

Wait for the child to stop gasping before intervening

Perform the Heimlich maneuver

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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20. How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?

At least 2 inches deep

Less than 1 inch deep

As deep as possible without stopping

No more than ½ inch deep

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21. When giving compressions to an adult, what should your arms be like?

Bent at the elbows

Straight and locked

Crossed over each other

Relaxed

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22. Rescue breaths should be given regardless of whether the victim has a pulse.

True

False

Persistent bleeding may require medical help.

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23. What should you do if someone has a severe nosebleed that won't stop after 10 minutes of applying pressure?

Keep applying pressure and seek medical help

Tilt the head back to slow the bleeding

Have them blow their nose forcefully

Apply an ice pack to their hands

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24. Where should AED pads be placed on an infant if pediatric pads are not available?

Both pads on the front of the chest

One pad on the chest and one on the back

One pad on each arm

Only one pad should be used

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25. If an AED is not available, you should wait for help before doing anything.

True

False

Think about the common warning signs.

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26. What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

First Aid, Speech, Treatment, Arms

Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911

Fall, Arm numbness, Slurred speech, Tingling

Fainting, Alertness, Sensation, Temperature

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27. It is safe to use an AED on a person with a pacemaker.

True

False

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28. What is the correct technique for delivering chest compressions in a 2-rescuer infant CPR scenario?

Use one hand on the chest

Use two fingers on the chest

Use the two-thumb-encircling hands technique

Use two palms on the chest

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29. What does AED stand for?

Advanced Emergency Defibrillator

Automated External Defibrillator

Assisted Electrical Device

Automated Emergency Defibrillation

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30. True or False: If someone has a deep puncture wound, you should remove the object before applying first aid.

True

False

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31. During pediatric CPR, the compression depth for infants and children is the same as adults.

True

False

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32. You should check the victim’s pulse every 10 seconds during CPR.

True

False

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33. For a choking infant, back slaps and chest thrusts are recommended instead of abdominal thrusts.

True

False

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34. Rescue breaths are no longer needed in CPR.

True

False

Think about when to seek emergency help.

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35. What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack and their inhaler is not working?

Have them drink water and wait it out

Call 911 immediately

Have them run around to expand their lungs

Give them an antihistamine

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36. True or False: If a person is having a seizure, you should hold them down to prevent injury.

True

False

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37. High-quality CPR includes minimizing interruptions in chest compressions.

True

False

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38. True or False: A person experiencing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) should be given sugar immediately.

True

False

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39. An AED should only be used by healthcare providers.

True

False

Think about detection and prevention.

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40. What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Leave windows open at all times

Install CO detectors and ensure ventilation

Never use electrical appliances indoors

Rely on your sense of smell to detect CO

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41. CPR should not be performed on drowning victims.

True

False

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42. True or False: You should always perform CPR on someone who collapses, even if they are breathing.

True

False

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43. A person in cardiac arrest will always be unconscious.

True

False

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44. Which is a sign of cardiac arrest?

Slow breathing

Coughing

No pulse

Sweating

Think about how to warm the area safely.

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45. How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Rub the fingers to restore circulation

Use warm water to rewarm them gradually

Expose them to direct heat from a heater

Keep them cold to prevent pain

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46. During pediatric CPR, a child's airway should always be opened using the head tilt-chin lift method unless a spinal injury is suspected.

True

False

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47. During pediatric CPR, a child's airway should always be opened using the head tilt-chin lift method unless a spinal injury is suspected.

True

False

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48. It is safe to use an AED on a person with a pacemaker.

True

False

Think about your own safety first.

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49. What is the first step when assisting a victim of an electrical shock?

Pull them away from the source immediately

Turn off the power source before touching them

Give them CPR immediately

Pour water on them to cool them down

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50. Rescue breaths are no longer needed in CPR.

True

False

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