BLS Practice Test

Question 1

What do Good Samaritan Laws provide?

Legal immunity for healthcare professionals only

Legal immunity for bystanders aiding in emergencies

Financial compensation for rescuers

Comprehensive medical training

Question 2

What should be done if a choking person becomes unconscious?

Continue with abdominal thrusts

Start CPR

Perform more back blows

Wait for EMS to arrive

Question 3

What is a critical additional consideration for BLS in advanced pregnancy?

Use of adult AED pads only

Potential emergency procedures such as a perimortem cesarean delivery

Avoidance of rescue breaths

Delaying transfer to advanced care

Question 4

After administering naloxone, what is a crucial next step?

Stop all interventions

Perform an EKG

Evaluate by medical professionals for further treatment

Give another dose immediately

Question 5

What legal principle protects BLS providers when aiding in emergencies?

Confidentiality

Good Samaritan Laws

Autonomy

Justice

Question 6

True or False: When using an AED on an infant, the pads should be placed one on the chest and one on the back if pediatric pads are not available.

True

False

Question 7

What modification is needed when performing chest compressions on a small child?

Use the heel of one hand

Use one hand or two hands depending on the size of the child

Use two fingers

Use elbow compressions

Question 8

True or False: CPR should be performed on a hard, flat surface to be effective.

True

False

Question 9

What is the primary action to take if someone collapses and is unresponsive?

Place them in the recovery position

Check for responsiveness and call for emergency medical services

Administer rescue breaths immediately

Give them water to drink

Question 10

How long should you perform CPR before rechecking the person’s condition or waiting for emergency responders?

1 minute

2 minutes

Until emergency responders arrive or the person shows signs of life

10 minutes