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CPR AED Test 1 Questions and AnswersTo activate the EMS: - Answer-call 9-1-1
You should always make sure __________________ before delivering a shock to a
victim using an AED. - Answer-that everyone is clear of the victim
Once you have turned on the AED, you should: - Answer-apply the pads and allow the
AED to analyze the heart rhythm.
Who can use a defibrillator in a public place? - Answer-anyone
Which of the following best describes how a defibrillator works? - Answer-It delivers an
electrical shock to the heart to clear excessive electrical activity and allow the heart to
regain its normal rhythm.
The pads used to deliver the electrical shock to the heart can be placed over clothing.
(True/False) - Answer-False
The 'chain of survival' is a term used to describe the actions required to give a casualty
in cardiac arrest the best chance of survival. Which of these best describes the chain of
survival? - Answer-Early access to help, Early CPR, Early defibrillation, Early advanced
care
You are in the cafeteria when a friend at the next table suddenly clutches his throat with
both hands. You ask him if he is choking and he frantically nods yes. You tell him you
are trained in first aid and that you can help. As you send someone to call 9-1-1, what
should you do? - Answer-stand behind the victim, and give abdominal thrusts
Where should you position your hand to give abdominal thrusts for a conscious choking
victim? - Answer-in the middle of the abdomen just above the belly button
A person is exhibiting the universal sign of choking if he or she: - Answer-is grasping the
throat.
To care for an alert choking adult or child: - Answer-give abdominal thrusts until the
object is removed.
When preparing an AED for use, the first thing you should do is ________________. -
Answer-turn on the AED
Effective chest compressions: - Answer-all of the above
Continue CPR until you are replaced by a trained person or the scene becomes unsafe.
(True/False) - Answer-True
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