CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Test

1. CPR can save lives.
A) True
B) False

2. You must help a victim in any way you can, even if it puts you in danger.
A) True
B) False

3. You should consider the risks of communicable diseases when helping a victim.
A) True
B) False

4. Chest compressions must be done slowly and gently.
A) True
B) False

5. If you cannot find an AED you should start CPR without it.
A) True
B) False

6. Child CPR is intended for victims who appear to be:
A) 0 to 1 year old.
B) 1 to 12 years old
C) 5 to 17 years old
D) 13 to 18 years old

7. The purpose of CPR is to:
A) Help the victim stay warm
B) Prevent the victim from going into shock
C) Provide oxygen and blood circulation to the victim
D) Keep the victim awake

8. Who can perform CPR?
A) Anyone who is CPR certified or has received prior CPR training
B) Doctors only
C) Adults only
D) Emergency medical personnel only

9. CPR should only be performed on:
A) A person who asks for help
B) An unresponsive person who is not breathing
C) Adults only
D) Children only

10. The technique used to clear the victim's airway is:
A) Push chin down, tilt head forward
B) Lift chin up, turn head sideways
C) Lift chin up, tilt head back
D) No need to move the victim

11. You should check the victim for responsiveness by:
A) Using smelling salts
B) Pouring cold water on his/her face
C) Slapping his/her face
D) Tapping the victim on the shoulder or in the middle of the chest and shout, "Are you OK?"

12. Chest compressions should be performed at a rate of:
A) 50 compressions per minute
B) 100 compressions per minute
C) 150 compressions per minute
D) 200 compressions per minute

13. The depth of chest compressions should be:
A) 1/2 inch
B) 1 inch
C) 2 inches
D) 3 inches

14. When the victim begins to breathe on his/her own, you should:
A) Stop CPR and help the victim to stand up
B) Stop CPR and help the victim to a sitting position
C) Stop CPR and roll the victim on his/her side
D) Continue to perform CPR until emergency personnel arrive

15. When should you stop CPR?
A) When directed by emergency personnel
B) When you are no longer able to continue
C) When the victim can breathe on his/her own
D) All of the above