AHA BLS Exam (Latest 2026/2027 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A

AHA BLS Exam (Latest 2026/2027 Update) Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A

AHA BLS Exam (Latest 2026/2027 Update)

Questions and Verified Answers| 100%

Correct| Grade A

Q: Why is it important to compress to the appropriate depth during CPR?

a. Adequate depth of compression is needed to create blood flow during compressions

b. Adequate depth of compression is needed to create air flow into the lungs and adequate

oxygenation

c. Adequate depth of compression is needed to prolong asystole

d. Adequate depth of compression is needed to stimulate spontaneous respirations

Answer:

A

Q: The recommended rate for performing chest compressions for victims of all ages is

a. At least 40 compressions per minute

b. At least 60 compressions per minute

c. At least 80 compressions per minute

d. At least 100 compressions per minute

Answer:

D

Q: The compression-to-ventilation ratio for 1-rescuer adult CPR is

a. 30:2

b. 5:1

c. 20:2

d. 15:2

Answer:

A

Q: After the airway is opened, which of the following correctly states the proper technique for

delivering mouth-to-mouth ventilation?

a. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, pinches the victim's

nose closed, and gives 2 breaths while watching for the chest to rise

b. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, and gives several

small puffs while trying to avoid making the chest rise

c. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, and gives 1 slow

breath for a duration of 5 seconds

d. The rescuer opens the airway, seals their mouth over the victim's mouth, and gives 5 slow

breaths, each with a duration of 2 seconds, while watching for the chest to rise

Answer:

A

Q: The rescuer knows the rescue breath for in infant victim is effective when

a. The stomach visibly rises

b. The chest rises visibly

c. The child ventilation bag is completely compressed

d. The rescuer can hear an air leak around the mask

Answer:

B

Q: Which of the following ventilation devices/techniques is not recommended for a single

rescuer to provide breaths during CPR?

a. Bag-mask device

b. Mouth-to-barrier device technique

c. Mouth-to-mouth technique

d. Mouth-to-mask technique

Answer:

A

Q: During bag-mask ventilation, which of the following is recommended to minimize the risk

of gastric inflation?

a. Give breaths as quickly as you can

b. Give each breath over as long a time as you can (several seconds)

c. Give the largest breaths that you can

d. Give a breath just until you see the chest rise

Answer:

D

Q: When a child has a pulse rate greater than 60 per minute, but is not breathing effectively, the

rescuer should

a. Give breaths and compressions

b. Give breaths without compressions

c. Give chest compressions without breaths

d. Connect the AED to the child and analyze

Answer:

B

Q: When administering breaths by using a bag-mask device for a child who is not breathing but

does have a pulse, the rescuer should

a. Squeeze the bag as often as possible

b. Give breaths at the rate of 1 breath every 3 to 5 seconds

c. Position the child on their stomach

d. Avoid performing a head tilt

Answer:

B

Q: In 2-rescuer CPR, while the first rescuer begins chest compressions, the second rescuer

should

a. Count compressions out loud

b. Check for a pulse during compressions

c. Do nothing until the first rescuer needs relief

d. Maintain an open airway and give ventilations

Answer: