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AHA BLS Study Guide Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What should you do if a choking victim becomes unconscious before you can help?✔✔Lower them carefully to the ground and start CPR.
How do you perform chest compressions on a pregnant woman?✔✔Perform as usual but consider tilting her slightly to the left.
What should you do if you are unsure whether a victim has a pulse?✔✔Start CPR, as delays in care can be harmful.
What should you do after performing CPR and the victim starts breathing again?✔✔Place them in the recovery position and continue monitoring them.
How do you prevent rescuer fatigue during two-person CPR?✔✔Switch roles every two minutes or every five cycles.
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What should you do if an infant is choking and becomes unresponsive?✔✔Begin CPR, checking for and removing any visible obstruction before giving breaths.
What is the correct technique for chest compressions when performing CPR on an obese adult?✔✔Use enough force to achieve at least 2 inches of compression depth.
What should you do if a cardiac arrest victim has a medication patch on their chest?✔✔Remove the patch and wipe the area before applying AED pads.
What is the best way to know if a rescue breath is effective?✔✔The victim’s chest rises visibly.
What should you do if a victim’s pulse is present but their breathing is slow and irregular?✔✔Provide rescue breaths and monitor their condition.
How do you reduce the risk of disease transmission during CPR?✔✔Use a barrier device, such as a mask or face shield, when giving rescue breaths.
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