BLS Recertification Practice Test

Question 1

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult?

At least 1 inch (2.5 cm)

At least 2 inches (5 cm)

At least 3 inches (7.5 cm)

At least 4 inches (10 cm)

Question 2

What is the key ethical principle that guides BLS providers to maximize positive outcomes while minimizing harm?

Justice and equity

Autonomy and informed consent

Beneficence and non-maleficence

Confidentiality

Question 3

Which maneuver is used to open the airway in an unconscious patient without suspected spinal injury?

Jaw-thrust maneuver

Head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver

Heimlich maneuver

Rescue breathing

Question 4

What should you check after each breath during mouth-to-mouth resuscitation?

Pulse

Chest rise and fall

Color of the lips

Presence of a gag reflex

Question 5

Which device delivers an electric shock to the heart during a cardiac emergency?

Bag-valve mask

Pocket mask

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Rescue breathing mask

Question 6

What is the first step in managing choking in adults?

Encourage coughing

Perform abdominal thrusts

Perform chest thrusts

Give rescue breaths

Question 7

Which technique is used to prevent air from escaping during mouth-to-mouth resuscitation?

Pinching the patient\'s nostrils shut

Closing the patient\'s mouth

Tilting the patient\'s head forward

Pressing on the patient\'s chest

Question 8

Abdominal thrusts should be performed on a choking infant.

True

False

Question 9

During mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, a good seal is necessary to prevent air leakage.

True

False

Question 10

Rescue breaths for children should be given every 6-8 seconds.

True

False