Last Updated on June 13, 2024
BLS Pretest Chapter 2 BLS for Adults Quiz: Questions, Answers with explanation. This Basic Life Support (BLS) Chapter 2 Practice test is based on the later American Heart Association (AHA) guideline.
BLS Pretest Chapter 2 BLS for Adults
What is the correct sequence of actions for BLS in an adult?
- (A) Assess responsiveness, call for help, start CPR, use AED
- (B) Call for help, assess responsiveness, use AED, start CPR
- (C) Start CPR, use AED, call for help, assess responsiveness
- (D) Use AED, start CPR, assess responsiveness, call for help
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?
- (A) 60-80 compressions per minute
- (B) 80-100 compressions per minute
- (C) 100-120 compressions per minute
- (D) 120-140 compressions per minute
What is the correct depth for chest compressions on an adult?
- (A) At least 1 inch
- (B) At least 2 inches
- (C) At least 3 inches
- (D) At least 4 inches
What is the recommended compression to ventilation ratio for adult CPR?
- (A) 30:1
- (B) 30:2
- (C) 15:1
- (D) 15:2
Where should you check for a pulse in an unresponsive adult?
- (A) Radial artery
- (B) Brachial artery
- (C) Carotid artery
- (D) Femoral artery
One-Rescuer BLS/CPR for Adults
When performing one-rescuer CPR on an adult, how often should you switch tasks to prevent fatigue?
- (A) Every 1 minute
- (B) Every 2 minutes
- (C) Every 5 minutes
- (D) Every 10 minutes
What is the first step in one-rescuer BLS for an adult?
- (A) Start chest compressions
- (B) Check for breathing
- (C) Call for help
- (D) Check for a pulse
Two-Rescuer BLS/CPR for Adults
In two-rescuer CPR for adults, how often should rescuers switch roles?
- (A) Every 1 minute
- (B) Every 2 minutes
- (C) Every 5 minutes
- (D) Every 10 minutes
What is the role of the second rescuer in two-rescuer adult CPR?
- (A) Perform chest compressions
- (B) Check for a pulse
- (C) Provide ventilations and operate the AED
- (D) Call for help
Adult Mouth-to-Mask Ventilation
When using a pocket mask for mouth-to-mask ventilation, what should you ensure?
- (A) Blow as hard as possible
- (B) Use a compression to ventilation ratio of 15:1
- (C) Ensure a tight seal and deliver each breath over 1 second
- (D) Alternate breaths between rescuers
Adult Bag-Mask Ventilation
During bag-mask ventilation in two-rescuer CPR, the rescuer providing ventilations should:
- (A) Deliver one breath every 3-5 seconds
- (B) Deliver one breath every 5-6 seconds
- (C) Deliver one breath every 10 seconds
- (D) Deliver one breath every 15 seconds
Self-Assessment for Adult BLS
What is the first step in the assessment of an individual found “down”?
- (A) Check their blood pressure
- (B) Check their heart rate
- (C) Check to see if they are conscious or unconscious
- (D) Check their pupil size
What is a critical factor in any emergency situation?
- (A) Scene safety
- (B) Age of the individual
- (C) Resuscitation status
- (D) Pregnancy status
How did the BLS guidelines change with the recent AHA update?
- (A) Ventilations are performed before compressions
- (B) ABC is now CAB
- (C) Use of an AED is no longer recommended
- (D) Rapid transport is recommended over on-scene CPR
What is the proper order of steps for the BLS Chain of Survival?
- (A) Look, listen, and feel
- (B) Check responsiveness, call EMS and get AED, defibrillation, and circulation
- (C) Check responsiveness, call EMS and get AED, chest compressions, and early defibrillation
- (D) Call for help, shock, check pulse, shock, and transport
What is the first action to take after activating EMS and sending someone for an AED in one-rescuer BLS?
- (A) Start rescue breathing
- (B) Apply AED pads
- (C) Run to get help
- (D) Begin chest compressions
How often should you check for signs of life and a pulse during adult CPR?
- (A) Every 30 seconds
- (B) Every 1 minute
- (C) Every 2 minutes
- (D) Every 5 minutes
What should you do if the AED indicates a shock is advised?
- (A) Continue CPR
- (B) Deliver the shock immediately
- (C) Check for a pulse
- (D) Start rescue breathing
How should you handle an adult victim with a suspected neck injury when opening the airway?
- (A) Use the head-tilt/chin-lift maneuver
- (B) Use the jaw-thrust maneuver without head extension
- (C) Use the abdominal thrust maneuver
- (D) Use the tongue-jaw lift maneuver
What is the purpose of allowing complete chest recoil after each compression?
- (A) To increase the rate of compressions
- (B) To allow the heart to refill with blood
- (C) To reduce fatigue in the rescuer
- (D) To enhance airway patency
When should you use an AED during adult CPR?
- (A) Only after 5 minutes of CPR
- (B) As soon as it is available
- (C) After giving 2 rescue breaths
- (D) Only if the victim is unresponsive and not breathing
What is the recommended action if you find a weak pulse in an adult victim who is not breathing?
- (A) Start chest compressions immediately
- (B) Provide rescue breaths
- (C) Apply the AED
- (D) Check for a medical alert bracelet
Adult BLS Algorithm
What is the first action to take when you find an unresponsive adult with no breathing or only gasping?
- (A) Start rescue breathing
- (B) Start chest compressions
- (C) Apply the AED
- (D) Call for help
When should rescuers switch roles during adult CPR to minimize fatigue?
- (A) Every 30 seconds
- (B) Every 1 minute
- (C) Every 2 minutes
- (D) Every 5 minutes
What is the correct compression to ventilation ratio for two-rescuer adult CPR?
- (A) 30:1
- (B) 30:2
- (C) 15:1
- (D) 15:2
Chapter Wise Tests
- Chapter 1: General Concepts of Basic Life Support
- Chapter 2: BLS for Adults
- Chapter 3: Use of Automated External Defibrillator
- Chapter 4: BLS for Children
- Chapter 5: BLS for Infants (0 to 12 months)
- Chapter 6: AED for Children and Infants
- Chapter 7: AED for Airway Management
- Chapter 8: Relief of Choking
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