Pediatric CPR & Choking Response Practice Test

Question 1

Which of these is a high-risk location for drowning?

Bathtubs

Kiddie pools

Buckets & toilets

All of the above

Question 2

What is a common trigger for anaphylaxis in children?

Peanuts

Bee stings

Latex

All of the above

Question 3

How can you quickly determine if a small object is a choking hazard?

If the object is colorful, it’s safer for kids

If the object is smaller than a child’s hand, it’s dangerous

If the object fits inside a toilet paper roll, it’s too small for a young child

If the object is hard, it is automatically unsafe

Question 4

How many chest compressions should you give before giving rescue breaths?

15 compressions

20 compressions

30 compressions

40 compressions

Question 5

Which household item is a common choking hazard for toddlers?

Stuffed animals

Building blocks and small LEGO pieces

Socks and mittens

Coloring books

Question 6

What should you NOT do during a febrile seizure?

Lay the child on their side

Time the seizure to see how long it lasts

Remove nearby objects to prevent injury

Put something in their mouth to prevent tongue-biting

Question 7

What is the best way to comfort a child after an emergency?

Tell them they are fine and ignore their feelings

Speak calmly, make eye contact, and offer comfort items like a toy or blanket

Distract them with a game and avoid mentioning what happened

Tell them how scary the situation was so they take it seriously

Question 8

What should you do immediately if a child is experiencing anaphylaxis?

Give an antihistamine and wait 30 minutes

Have them drink water and rest

Use an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen) and call 911

Try to keep them distracted to see if it passes

Question 9

If a child swallows a poisonous substance, what should you do first?

Make them vomit immediately

Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) or 911 if they have serious symptoms

Give them milk to coat their stomach

Wait to see if they develop symptoms before acting

Question 10

When should you immediately call 911 instead of Poison Control?

If the child is unconscious, having trouble breathing, or having a seizure

If the child swallowed a small amount of something non-toxic

If the child has a mild rash but is acting normal

If the child swallowed something, but you’re unsure what it was