BLS Recertification Practice Test

Question 1

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 2

For a child (1 to puberty), what is the recommended depth for chest compressions?

About 1 inch (2.5 cm)

About 2 inches (5 cm)

About 3 inches (7.5 cm)

About 4 inches (10 cm)

Question 3

What is the first step in managing choking in adults?

Encourage coughing

Perform abdominal thrusts

Perform chest thrusts

Give rescue breaths

Question 4

In BLS, chest compressions should be performed at a rate of 60 to 80 compressions per minute.

True

False

Question 5

When providing mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, it is important to blow forcefully to ensure the chest rises.

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

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

True

False

Question 8

In BLS for adults, full chest recoil is necessary between compressions.

True

False

Question 9

Continuous monitoring is not necessary for pregnant women during BLS.

True

False

Question 10

The rescue breathing rate for infants and children is different.

True

False