BLS Cardiology and Resuscitation Starter Set
Question types in this set: Multiple ChoiceFeaturedA short set of Cardiology and Resuscitation related questions at the EMT-B level. Multiple choice — 4 options; one correct per question. Wrong answers use other key facts from this set where possible, plus generic protocol fallbacks.
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Questions
- What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in adults?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- You are performing CPR on an adult patient. What is the correct compression rate?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer CPR on an adult?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient is in cardiac arrest. You have an AED available. What is the first step after turning it on?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- During CPR, you should minimize interruptions in chest compressions to less than:Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the most appropriate initial action for a patient who is unresponsive and not breathing normally?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient complains of chest pain that is crushing and radiates to the left arm. What medication should be given first?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- You are performing CPR on a pregnant patient in her third trimester. What modification should you make?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the correct depth of chest compressions for an adult during CPR?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient suddenly becomes unresponsive with no pulse. The rhythm on the AED is shockable. What should you do?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the most common symptom of a myocardial infarction in women?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- You find a patient in cardiac arrest. After 2 minutes of CPR, the AED advises a shock. What is the next step?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the correct hand position for chest compressions on an adult?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient is in pulseless ventricular tachycardia. What is the treatment priority?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- You are providing rescue breaths during CPR. What is the correct ventilation rate?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What should you do immediately after delivering a shock with an AED?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient with chest pain has a history of taking Viagra. What medication is contraindicated?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the ratio of compressions to ventilations when two rescuers are performing CPR on an adult?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- You arrive to find a patient in cardiac arrest. Bystanders have been performing CPR. What should you do first?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is a common sign of right-sided heart failure?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- During CPR on an infant, what is the correct compression depth?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient is complaining of chest pain relieved by rest. This is most consistent with:Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the priority intervention for a patient in asystole?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- You are performing CPR on a child. What is the correct compression rate?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient suddenly collapses and is pulseless. The AED shows a non-shockable rhythm. What should you do?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What medication is given to a patient with suspected cardiac chest pain if nitroglycerin is not contraindicated?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- Before giving nitroglycerin, you should confirm systolic blood pressure is typically at least:Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the first link in the out-of-hospital adult Chain of Survival for cardiac arrest?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- A patient has only agonal gasping with no pulse and no normal breathing. What should you do?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- During multi-rescuer CPR, rescuers should switch the compressor role about every:Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- Where should AED pads be placed on an adult?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- Before the AED analyzes the rhythm or delivers a shock, you must ensure:Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is pulseless electrical activity (PEA)?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for two-rescuer CPR on an infant?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- When using an AED on a child, you should use pediatric pads or a pediatric dose attenuator when:Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- Between chest compressions, the chest must be allowed to fully:Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the maximum time chest compressions should be paused for rhythm checks or defibrillation?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What two interventions most improve survival from sudden cardiac arrest in the field?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- Before administering aspirin for suspected acute coronary syndrome, what should you ask about if the patient is alert?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS
- What is the treatment for a shockable rhythm (VF or pulseless VT) in cardiac arrest?Multiple ChoiceCardiology & Resuscitation · BLS