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BLS TEST UPDATED ACTUAL
EXAM WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS.
When should you initially ensure that the scene is safe? - correct answer- When I first see a potential victim
Which victim requires CPR? - correct answer- A victim who is unresponsive with no normal breathing and no pulse
What is the best way to open the airway of an unresponsive victim with no suspected neck injury? - correct answer- Use the head tilt-chin lift
What is the maximum amount of time you should take to check a pulse? - correct answer- no more than 10 seconds
Which of the following devices or techniques is not recommended for a single rescuer to provide breaths for CPR?
- correct answer- Bag-mask device
What is the recommended depth of chest compressions on an ADULT victim? - correct answer- At least 2 inches (5 cm) 1 / 2
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What should you do when a child victim has a pulse of more than 60/min but is not breathing? - correct answer- Give breaths without chest compressions
What is the compression-ventilation rate for 1 rescuer adult
CPR? - correct answer- 30:2
Why is it so important to compress to the appropriate depth during CPR? - correct answer- Adequate depth of compression is needed to create blood flow during compressions
What is the recommended rate for performing chest compressions for victims of all ages? - correct answer- At least 100 beats per minute
Which of the following is recommended to minimize the risk of air entering the victim's stomach during bag mask ventilation? - correct answer- Give a breath just until you see the chest rise
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