Healthcare Provider BLS Course

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You’ve put in the time, effort, and dedication—now it’s time to lock in that Healthcare Provider BLS certification.

But first you must pass your certification exam. Remember, this exam isn’t about tricking you. It’s designed to confirm what you already know. So take a deep breath, get comfortable, and let’s go over a few important details before you start.

Exam Overview:

35 Questions – A randomized selection and mix of multiple-choice and true/false, covering all key topics. Every exam is unique!
Not Timed… But It Is – There’s no countdown timer, but in a real emergency every minute counts. ⏱
All Questions Required – Skip if you must but it will be marked as incorrect.
Passing Score - 75% to earn certification eligibility. 🎉
Passing Attempts - We want you to succeed so we are giving you as many chances to pass as you need. 😎

What to Keep in Mind:

📝 Work Solo – This is your exam—no notes, no outside help, just what you’ve learned. Trust yourself!
⏳ One Sitting – Once you begin, plan to finish in one go. There’s no saving and coming back later.
📡 Tech Check – A stable internet connection, a charged device, and a quiet space will set you up for success.
🔄 Think Fast, But Stay Sharp – You can go back and change answers, but remember that in real life every minute counts!
✅ Submit When You’re Ready – Give everything one last look and click with confidence.

What Happens Next?

You’ll get your results immediately after submitting.
Pass? 💥 Boom—you’ve earned your Healthcare Provider BLS Certification! 💥
Didn’t pass? No stress! Take a study break, and return and re-take until you pass.

Need Help?

If you run into technical issues, reach out to support@firstaidweb.com and we’ll get you sorted. Alright, that’s it! You’re ready. Go crush it. 🚀

1 / 35

What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for an adult during CPR?

At least 1 inch

At least 1.5 inches

At least 2 inches

At least 3 inches

2 / 35

In pregnant patients, performing manual left uterine displacement can improve blood flow during CPR.

True

False

3 / 35

What should a healthcare provider do if they are unsure whether a patient has a pulse?

Wait 30 seconds before starting CPR

Begin chest compressions immediately

Perform only rescue breaths

Use an AED before starting compressions

4 / 35

If a victim has a pulse but is not breathing, what should you do?

Provide rescue breaths

Start chest compressions

Use an AED immediately

Perform back blows

5 / 35

A choking adult who can speak and cough forcefully should immediately receive abdominal thrusts.

True

False

6 / 35

What should a rescuer do if an unresponsive choking victim becomes pulseless?

Attempt abdominal thrusts

Sweep the mouth with fingers

Begin CPR immediately

Perform five quick back slaps

7 / 35

A victim of drowning is found unresponsive and not breathing. What should you do first?

Provide 2 initial rescue breaths

Start chest compressions immediately

Check for signs of circulation

Wait for professional rescuers

8 / 35

Which of the following best describes the purpose of closed-loop communication in a resuscitation team?

Ensuring that all rescuers are quiet during resuscitation

Confirming that verbal orders are heard and executed correctly

Giving instructions in a one-way manner

Encouraging rescuers to improvise their tasks

9 / 35

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

At least 2 inches

At least 1 inch

At least 3 inches

Just enough to see chest movement

10 / 35

In two-rescuer CPR for an infant, the compression-to-ventilation ratio is 30:2.

True

False

11 / 35

Which of the following indicates that an advanced airway (such as an endotracheal tube) is correctly placed?

Gastric distension

Absent breath sounds

Equal chest rise and fall

A drop in oxygen saturation

12 / 35

Which of the following is a sign of effective chest compressions?

The rescuer feels exhausted quickly

The patient’s skin color immediately returns to normal

The chest rises with each compression

The chest fully recoils after each compression

13 / 35

Which of the following conditions requires the immediate use of an AED?

A conscious patient with chest pain

A patient who is unresponsive, pulseless, and not breathing

A patient experiencing shortness of breath

A patient with low blood pressure

14 / 35

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

At least 2 inches

At least 1 inch

At least 3 inches

Just enough to see chest movement

15 / 35

When performing CPR on a child, what is the correct compression depth?

At least 1 inch

At least 1.5 inches

At least 1/3 the chest diameter

At least 4 inches

16 / 35

What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in infants and children?

Myocardial infarction

Respiratory failure

Ventricular fibrillation

Stroke

17 / 35

If an advanced airway is in place, how often should ventilations be given during CPR?

Every 6 seconds

Every 3-5 seconds

Every 10 seconds

Every 15 seconds

18 / 35

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an adult?

30:2

15:2

10:1

Continuous compressions

19 / 35

Which patient would require the use of pediatric AED pads instead of adult pads?

A 10-year-old child

An 8-year-old child

A 5-year-old child

A 14-year-old teenager

20 / 35

When using an AED, what is the first step after turning it on?

Attach electrode pads

Check for a pulse

Perform chest compressions

Deliver a shock immediately

21 / 35

Rescue breaths should be given with excessive force to ensure air enters the lungs.

True

False

22 / 35

Which of the following is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for two-rescuer infant CPR?

30:2

15:2

10:1

20:5

23 / 35

An unconscious patient with a pulse but no normal breathing requires CPR.

True

False

24 / 35

When using an AED, what is the first step after turning it on?

Attach electrode pads

Check for a pulse

Perform chest compressions

Deliver a shock immediately

25 / 35

A healthcare provider should continue CPR until the patient shows signs of life, an AED prompts otherwise, or emergency responders take over.

True

False

26 / 35

What is the primary reason why high-quality chest compressions are critical during CPR?

To restore spontaneous breathing

To manually circulate oxygenated blood to vital organs

To stimulate the heart to restart

To prevent muscle spasms

27 / 35

In a hospital setting, what is the preferred method for delivering rescue breaths to an unresponsive patient?

Mouth-to-mouth ventilation

Bag-mask ventilation

Giving fast, shallow breaths

Placing the patient in a recovery position instead

28 / 35

If a patient is gasping for air but has no pulse, this is considered normal breathing and CPR is not needed.

True

False

29 / 35

How should healthcare providers assess an infant's responsiveness?

Shout and shake the shoulders

Tap the bottom of the foot and shout

Check for a carotid pulse

Wait for the infant to cry

30 / 35

When providing rescue breaths using a bag-mask device, how can a rescuer ensure effective ventilation?

Delivering breaths quickly to prevent hypoxia

Ensuring visible chest rise with each breath

Using the highest possible ventilation rate

Delivering breaths as forcefully as possible

31 / 35

When using an AED, what is the first step after turning it on?

Attach electrode pads

Check for a pulse

Perform chest compressions

Deliver a shock immediately

32 / 35

Which of the following is an appropriate way to relieve severe choking in a responsive adult?

Perform chest compressions

Deliver abdominal thrusts

Give rescue breaths

Use an AED

33 / 35

When using a bag-mask device during CPR, how can a rescuer ensure an effective seal?

Holding the mask with one hand and the bag with the other

Using the E-C clamp technique

Applying excessive pressure on the mask

Holding the mask loosely over the patient’s face

34 / 35

What is the best way to ensure high-quality CPR in a team setting?

Frequent role switching without coordination

Assigning clear roles and minimizing interruptions

Giving compressions as quickly as possible without counting

Performing rescue breaths before compressions

35 / 35

If a patient has a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order, healthcare providers should still begin CPR until confirmed documentation is available.

True

False

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