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Saturday, 19 July 2025

BLS (Basic Life Support) multiple choice questions (MCQs) with answers, (SET 1)

 

BLS (Basic Life Support) multiple choice questions (MCQs) with answers

1. What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for 1-rescuer adult CPR?
A. 15:2
B. 30:2
C. 5:1
D. 20:2
✅ Answer: B. 30:2

2. What is the preferred method for opening the airway of an unresponsive victim with no suspected spinal injury?
A. Jaw thrust
B. Head tilt–chin lift
C. Finger sweep
D. Abdominal thrust
✅ Answer: B. Head tilt–chin lift

3. What is the first step you should take when you see someone collapse?
A. Begin chest compressions
B. Call for help
C. Check for responsiveness
D. Give 2 rescue breaths
✅ Answer: C. Check for responsiveness

4. What is the recommended rate for chest compressions in adults?
A. 60–80/min
B. 80–100/min
C. 100–120/min
D. 120–140/min
✅ Answer: C. 100–120/min

5. For a child, what is the depth of chest compressions recommended during CPR?
A. At least 1 inch
B. About 1.5 inches
C. At least 2 inches
D. About 2 inches (5 cm)
✅ Answer: D. About 2 inches (5 cm)

6. How often should breaths be given during rescue breathing (for an adult with a pulse but no breathing)?
A. Every 3–5 seconds
B. Every 6 seconds (10 breaths/min)
C. Every 8 seconds
D. Every 10 seconds
✅ Answer: B. Every 6 seconds (10 breaths/min)

7. If an AED advises a shock, what should you do next?
A. Start chest compressions
B. Check the pulse
C. Deliver the shock and resume CPR immediately
D. Wait for a second rhythm analysis
✅ Answer: C. Deliver the shock and resume CPR immediately

8. What is the appropriate action after the AED delivers a shock?
A. Wait for further instructions
B. Start CPR immediately
C. Give rescue breaths
D. Check pulse for 10 seconds
✅ Answer: B. Start CPR immediately

9. What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for 2-rescuer child CPR?
A. 30:2
B. 15:2
C. 5:1
D. 20:2
✅ Answer: B. 15:2

10. You are alone and find an unresponsive infant. What should you do first?
A. Call 911 immediately
B. Give back slaps
C. Perform CPR for 2 minutes, then call emergency services
D. Look for a defibrillator
✅ Answer: C. Perform CPR for 2 minutes, then call emergency services

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