CPR Quiz Answers from The American Red Cross Training Modules

Module 1: First Aid, CPR, AED Foundations

Q1: What is important for Joe to do before he approaches Nick?

Check the scene for safety.

Q2: What should Joe do once he has determined that the scene is safe?

Form an initial impression, obtain consent to care and use PPE.

Q3: When interviewing the person to find out more information, it is important to ask specific questions. The mnemonic SAM should be used to help you remember to ask those questions. Which of the following are topics covered by SAM? Select all that apply.

- Medications and medical conditions

- Signs and symptoms

- Allergies

Q4: Joe knows based on Nick's answers during the interview and by what he observes that he should complete a focused check where on Nick?

Right arm and elbow.

Module 2: Adult CPR and AED

Pre-Assessment Questions & Answers

Q1: Which of the following would indicate cardiac arrest? Select 2 answers

Unresponsiveness

Not breathing or gasping

Q2: If your check of the person leads you to suspect that they are in cardiac arrest, which of the following actions are the correct actions you should take in the correct order of taking them?

Call or send someone to call 9-1-1 and get an AED and first aid kit, Begin CPR; Use an AED

Q3: High-quality chest compression?

- Compression rate of 100 to 120 per minute

- Minimize interruptions

- Complete chest recoil, chest goes back to normal

Q4: What is the correct hand position when giving chest compressions to an adult?

Heel of one hand in the center of the person's chest, other hand on top; fingers interlaced and up and off the chest

Q5: When giving chest compressions to an adult, what is the correct compression depth to use?

At least 2 inches

Q6: When giving breaths to an adult, use the head-tilt/chin-lift technique to open the airway to which of the following positions?

past-neutral

Q7: If you are unable or unwilling for any reason to give breaths during CPR, what is the best action to take?

give continuous chest compressions

Q8: When placing AED pads on an adult, you should use which of the following preferred pad placements?

One pad on the upper right side of the chest and the other on the lower left side of the chest, a few inches below the left armpit

Q9: When using an AED, what is very important to do while the AED is analyzing?

Clear everyone from touching the person

Q10: After the shock is delivered (if advised), you should continue giving CPR until which of the following? Select 6 answers.

- You notice an obvious sign of life, like breathing.

- Another trained responder is available to take over compressions.

- You are alone and too tired to continue.

- EMS personnel arrive and begin their care of the person.

- The scene becomes unsafe.

- The AED prompts you to analyze again.

Q11: If more than one responder is available and trained in CPR, when should the responders switch? Select 3 answers.

When the original responder is tiring

After every five cycles of CPR

About every 2 minutes

Module 2 Questions

Q1: Paula is unresponsive and not breathing. She does not show any signs of life-threatening bleeding. What should Gary do first?

tell someone to call 9-1-1 and another person to grab the AED.

Q2: As Gary gives compressions, how should he maintain his body position to ensure he continues to give effective compressions?

His shoulders should remain directly over his hands with his arms straight and elbows locked, so he can use his body weight to help compress the chest.

Q3: After Gary gives 30 chest compressions, what is the best next step?

Gary gives 2 breaths after giving 30 chest compressions

Q4: Gary has set up the AED and bared Paula's chest when prompted. How should he place the AED pads on Paula's chest?

One pad on the upper right side of Paula's chest; one pad on the lower left side of Paula's chest

Q5: After delivering the shock, what should Gary do next?

Immediately resume CPR

Module 3: Choking

Skip pre-assessment

Check your knowledge: Q1: Signs that indicate a person is choking may include which of the following? Select 3 answers.

- The person looks surprised.

- The person is making high-pitched squeaking noises

- The person is coughing.

Check your knowledge: Q2: What should you do if a choking person is coughing forcefully?

Encourage them to keep coughing

Check your knowledge: Q3: After encouraging the coughing choking person to keep coughing, it is fine to leave them. True or False?

False

Check your knowledge: Q4: A choking adult is unable to speak or cough forcefully. Your partner is calling 9-1-1. What should you do now?

give cycles of 5 back blows and 5 abdominal thrusts

CYK: When giving back blows, where on the choking person's back should the responder give back blows?

Between the shoulder blades

CYK: You may need to give chest thrusts in which of the following situations? Select 3 answers.

- The person is in a wheelchair and you are unable to give abdominal thrusts.

- The person is too large for you to stand behind and reach around.

- The person is pregnant.

CYK: When giving abdominal thrusts, where on the choking person's abdomen should the responder place their hands?

just above the naval (belly button)

CYK: In this video, the responder used correct technique to give back blows and abdominal thrusts. True or false?

True

CYK: If the responsive choking person becomes unresponsive, what care should you give?

Give CPR (give compressions, look for object, give breaths).

Based on the initial impression, what life-threatening emergency is Sarita most likely experiencing?

Choking

Sarita is choking. Brianna must now give care starting with 5 back blows. How should Brianna position Sarita when giving back blows?

Bent forward at the waist with her upper body parallel to ground

The initial back blows did not remove the object. Sarita is still choking. What should Brianna do next?

Give abdominal thrusts

When giving abdominal thrusts, how should Brianna position her hands?

Make a fist with her first hand and place the thumb side against Sarita's stomach just above her navel; cover her fist with her second hand

Module 4: Pre-Assessment Questions

Which of the following is a general care step for sudden illnesses?

all of the above

A person who responds but is not fully awake should be placed in what position?

recovery position

Which of the following is a common cause of shock?

life-threatening bleeding

Which of the following is a common sign or symptom of an asthma attack?

rapid, shallow breathing

Which of the following medications should you assist with for a person experiencing anaphylaxis?

Epinephrine

In addition to aspirin, what is another medication you may assist with for a person experiencing a heart attack?

Nitroglycerin

If you suspect that a person is experiencing an opioid overdose and they are unresponsive and not breathing, what should you do immediately after calling 9-1-1 and getting equipment or telling someone to do so?

being CPR

What is important to determine before giving sugar by mouth to the person experiencing a diabetic emergency? Select 3 answers.

Make sure the person is awake.

Make sure the person can follow simple commands.

Make sure the person can chew and swallow.

What mnemonic can help you easily recognize the common signs of stroke and give EMS professionals crucial life-saving information?

FAST

CYK: Which of the following are examples of life-threatening sudden illnesses? Select 2 answers.

anaphylaxis,

diabetic emergency,

Which of the following is not a general care step you should take when assisting a person with their medication?

Administer the medication and monitor the person until EMS arrives.

If a person is responsive and fully awake, you should place them in a recovery position while you wait for EMS to arrive and begin their care of the person? True or false?

False

Module 4 Questions

What should Coach Kelly do at this point?

Call 911 and get equipment

Which of the following are important aspects of general care for someone experiencing a sudden illness? Select 4 answers.

- assisting with medications

- positioning the person

- monitoring and reassurance the person

- keeping the person from getting hot or cold

Before assisting Emily with administration of her quick-relief medication, Coach Kelly follows the general care steps for assisting with medication administration. Which of the following are three of these steps? Select 3 answers.

Assemble the medication device.

Explain to Emily what she is going to do.

Ask Emily to confirm that she has the right medication.

Before handing the inhaler to Emily, what two things should Coach Kelly do? Select 2 answers.

shake the inhaler

Remove the mouthpiece cover and attach a spacing device if available.

Module 5: Pre-assessment

What are two ways to tell if bleeding is life-threatening? Select 2 answers.

Volume

Flow

Bleeding in an adult is considered life-threatening if the amount of blood present equals at least which of the following?

Half of soda can

Life-threatening bleeding is characterized by which of the following? Select 2 answers.

spurting

flowing continuously

If a person has life-threatening bleeding from their leg, it is important to use a tourniquet as soon as one is available. True or False?

True

When placing a tourniquet on an arm or a leg, which of the following is the correct placement?

2 to 3 inches above the wound

A person has life-threatening bleeding from a wound on their head. You should apply a tourniquet. True or False?

False

A person has life-threatening bleeding from a wound on their arm. What should you do while waiting for a tourniquet to arrive?

Apply direct pressure

Where should you apply direct pressure when caring for a person with life-threatening bleeding?

directly on wound

If bleeding stops before EMS arrives, should you apply roller bandage over dressing? True or False

True

A person has several wounds after a car accident. Which of the following wounds should you care for first?

Wound with life-threatening bleeding

Module 5 Answers

Max has a deep cut in his lower leg. Blood is flowing heavily from the wound and there is about a half of a soda can's worth of blood present. Based on these findings, what first aid care is required?

This is a life-threatening bleeding from an extremity requiring direct pressure and a tourniquet.

While Jake calls for help and gets the bleeding control kit, first aid kit and AED, Camilla must apply direct pressure to the wound. Which technique is most effective for applying direct pressure?

Provide firm pressure by placing one hand over the other, with the heel of one palm on the wound and shoulders directly over the hands.

Where should Jake apply the tourniquet on Max's leg?

2 to 3 inches above the wound, between the wound and the heart.

The tourniquet has been applied and the bleeding has stopped. What is Camilla's and Jake's next best action?

Keep the tourniquet on and monitor Max until EMS arrives.

Module 6: Pre-assessment questions

Which of the following is considered a life-threatening injury?

head injury

Which of the following is considered a life-threatening environmental emergency?

heat stroke

What are the steps you should follow for any injury or environmental emergency?

Emergency action steps

If you suspect a person has a life-threatening injury, it is important to do which of the following as part of general care?

Keep the person in the position they are found in, unless they have to move due to the scene becoming unsafe.

If you suspect that the person has a concussion, in addition to having them stop the activity they were doing and rest without moving, which of the following are part of the care you should give? Select 2 answers.

- Maintain the person's body temperature

- Give care for other injuries that may be present

Which of the following signs or symptoms would make you suspect that a person has sustained a head, neck or spinal injury?

Loss of sensation

A burn can be which of the following colors?

white

After calling 9-1-1 and getting equipment, or telling someone to do so, which of the following is the immediate priority care for heat stroke?

immersing the person up to the neck in cold water

When you suspect a person is experiencing hypothermia what is the first step of care, if possible, after calling 9-1-1 and getting equipment, or telling someone to do so?

move the person to a warm place

Which of the following is a life-threatening sign or symptom of poison exposure?

trouble breathing

Module 6: Answers

What is the appropriate first step for Benjamin to take in this emergency situation?

check

Based on Benjamin's concerns and the nature of what happened what should Benjamin do next?

Call 9-1-1 and get equipment or tell someone to do so

What should Benjamin do after telling Gracie to call 9-1-1 and get equipment, obtaining consent and giving general care for a potentially life-threatening injury?

Continue checking Cole (SAM and focused check)

After Gracie returns with the AED and first aid kit, Benjamin continues to give care to Cole while waiting for EMS to arrive. In addition to leaving Cole in the position found, what additional care should Benjamin give? Select 2 answers.

Maintain Cole's body temperature

Care for other injuries that may be present