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

True or False: The compression-to-ventilation ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on an infant is 30:2.

True

False

Question 3

What is the first step in managing a choking adult?

Perform chest thrusts

Perform abdominal thrusts

Assess their ability to cough or speak

Start CPR

Question 4

True or False: For a conscious choking infant, chest compressions should be performed with the heel of one hand.

True

False

Question 5

True or False: In BLS for pregnant women, tilting them 15-30 degrees to the left side can alleviate pressure on the inferior vena cava.

True

False

Question 6

True or False: Rescue breathing is intended to provide continuous blood circulation.

True

False

Question 7

For a choking child, what technique should be used if back blows are not effective?

Continue back blows

Perform chest thrusts

Start CPR

Use abdominal thrusts

Question 8

When using an AED on a child, what should be done if pediatric pads are unavailable?

Do not use the AED

Use adult pads with caution

Perform only chest compressions

Wait for medical professionals to arrive

Question 9

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

True

False

Question 10

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?

About 1 inch

About 1.5 inches

At least 2 inches

At least 3 inches