CPR MCQ Practice Questions PDF

Here are **30 MCQs exclusively from the uploaded CPR document**: --- **1. CPR stands for:** a) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation b) Cardiovascular Rehabilitation c) Cardio Personal Recovery d) Cardiac Primary Response **2. CPR is a combination of:** a) Chest compressions and ox...

Here are **30 MCQs exclusively from the uploaded CPR document**: --- **1. CPR stands for:** a) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation b) Cardiovascular Rehabilitation c) Cardio Personal Recovery d) Cardiac Primary Response **2. CPR is a combination of:** a) Chest compressions and oxygen masks b) Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and chest compressions c) Breathing exercises and heart massages d) Defibrillation and oxygen therapy **3. What is the main purpose of CPR?** a) Guarantee survival b) Restore blood circulation and oxygen to the brain c) Relieve chest pain d) Treat cardiac arrest **4. The medical term for a heart attack is:** a) Cardiac arrhythmia b) Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) c) Ventricular fibrillation d) Cardiac asystole **5. A heart attack occurs when:** a) The heart receives too much oxygen b) The heart does not receive enough oxygen c) Blood vessels expand excessively d) The brain lacks oxygen **6. Cardiac arrest can be caused by all EXCEPT:** a) Drowning b) Poisonous gases c) Exercise d) Electric shock **7. CPR should only be performed when the person is:** a) Breathing but unconscious b) Unconscious and not breathing normally c) Responsive but immobile d) Sitting and talking **8. The first step in CPR is to:** a) Open the airway b) Send for help c) Check for danger d) Begin chest compressions **9. How do you check responsiveness in a victim?** a) Start chest compressions b) Tap and talk to the victim c) Apply pressure to their neck d) Pour water on the victim **10. The ratio of chest compressions to breaths during CPR is:** a) 10:1 b) 30:2 c) 15:2 d) 20:1 **11. To perform chest compressions, place your hands on:** a) The lower half of the sternum b) The center of the abdomen c) The victim's ribs d) The back of the victim **12. How deep should chest compressions be during adult CPR?** a) At least 1 inch b) At least 2 inches c) At least 3 inches d) No depth requirement **13. A normal compression rate is:** a) 80-100 compressions per minute b) 100-120 compressions per minute c) 140-160 compressions per minute d) 60-80 compressions per minute **14. Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation requires:** a) Blowing air forcefully into the nose b) Covering the nose and mouth to prevent air leaks c) Blocking the nostrils while blowing into the mouth d) Tilting the head back without sealing the nostrils **15. When using an AED, the pads should be:** a) Placed anywhere on the chest b) Positioned following the diagram on the pads c) Used only on the back d) Avoided if the person is under 18 years old **16. CPR for children aged 1-8 years involves:** a) Using both hands for compressions b) Using the heel of one hand c) Using two fingers only d) Avoiding chest compressions **17. For infants, CPR compressions are performed using:** a) The heel of one hand b) Both hands c) Two fingers of one hand d) A fist **18. For infants during CPR, mouth-to-mouth involves:** a) Blowing into the nose only b) Covering the nose and mouth with your mouth c) Blowing directly into the throat d) Avoiding breath administration **19. A sign that CPR has revived the person is:** a) A return of pulse and breathing b) Sweating c) Coughing and vomiting d) Loss of consciousness **20. CPR may be stopped when:** a) The person performing CPR is tired b) Medical professionals arrive c) The person regains consciousness d) All of the above **21. An AED should only be used on individuals who are:** a) Over 18 years old b) Unresponsive and not breathing normally c) Responsive but unable to move d) Under the age of 8 **22. Before delivering a shock with an AED, you must:** a) Administer chest compressions b) Ensure pad-to-skin contact and avoid touching the victim c) Perform 10 rescue breaths d) Tilt the victim’s head **23. What should you do if an AED detects excessive chest hair?** a) Remove it quickly if possible b) Ignore it c) Stop using the AED d) Shave the entire chest **24. When checking the airway during CPR, you should:** a) Immediately begin mouth-to-mouth b) Remove any visible obstructions c) Tilt the head back and blow air d) Wait for medical assistance **25. What does "normal breathing" refer to during CPR checks?** a) Deep, heavy breaths b) Consistent rise and fall of the chest c) Short and shallow breaths d) No movement of the chest **26. For a person who recovers during CPR, you should:** a) Leave them alone to rest b) Place them on their side with their head tilted back c) Continue chest compressions d) Apply an AED **27. When checking for danger, you should:** a) Assess for hazards that could harm you or the victim b) Move the victim to a safer location immediately c) Start chest compressions without delay d) Call emergency services first **28. Which of the following is a disadvantage of CPR?** a) It guarantees survival b) It may not always revive the person c) It requires no training to perform d) It causes long-term organ damage **29. The primary cause of cardiac arrest is:** a) Allergic reactions b) Heart disease c) Muscle spasms d) Dehydration **30. The basic steps of CPR apply to:** a) Adults only b) Children and adults but not infants c) Adults, children, and infants d) Only trained healthcare professionals --- ### Answer Key: 1. a 2. b 3. b 4. b 5. b 6. c 7. b 8. c 9. b 10. b 11. a 12. b 13. b 14. c 15. b 16. b 17. c 18. b 19. a 20. d 21. b 22. b 23. a 24. b 25. b 26. b 27. a 28. b 29. b 30. c