BLS Recertification Practice Test

Question 1

What is the primary goal of Basic Life Support (BLS)?

To diagnose diseases

To provide immediate assistance to individuals facing life-threatening emergencies

To administer medication

To perform surgical procedures

Question 2

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 3

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 4

Which law requires BLS providers to adhere to established protocols and exercise judgment based on training?

Good Samaritan Law

Standard of care

Scope of practice

Confidentiality

Question 5

BLS aims to provide advanced medical interventions immediately during an emergency.

True

False

Question 6

An AED can be used on children aged 1 to 8 years with pediatric pads if available.

True

False

Question 7

A bag-valve mask (BVM) should be used to deliver breaths in a slow and steady manner.

True

False

Question 8

The head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver is recommended for opening the airway in all unconscious patients.

True

False

Question 9

Continuous monitoring is not necessary for pregnant women during BLS.

True

False

Question 10

It is important to provide breaths too forcefully during mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

True

False