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American Red Cross Responding to Emergencies (Chapters 1-5) Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the purpose of an AED?✔✔ To analyze the heart’s rhythm and deliver a shock if needed.
Where should AED pads be placed on an adult?✔✔ One on the upper right chest and one on the lower left side.
What should you do immediately after an AED delivers a shock?✔✔ Resume CPR starting with chest compressions.
Why is early defibrillation important in cardiac arrest?✔✔ It increases the chances of survival.
How often should you check for signs of life when performing CPR?✔✔ Do not stop to check; continue until professional help arrives. 1 / 3
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What should you do if a victim is breathing but unresponsive?✔✔ Place them in the recovery position and monitor them.
What is the best way to care for someone experiencing a severe allergic reaction?✔✔ Help them use their epinephrine auto-injector and call 911.
How can you help a person having a seizure?✔✔ Protect them from injury and time the seizure.
What should you do after a seizure ends?✔✔ Check for breathing and place them in the recovery position.
What is the primary goal of a responder when providing first aid?✔✔ To preserve life, prevent further injury, and promote recovery.
What should you do if a person is unresponsive but breathing normally?✔✔ Place them in the recovery position and monitor their breathing. 2 / 3
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Why is checking the scene important before approaching a victim?✔✔ To ensure it is safe for both the responder and the victim.
What is the first step in the emergency action steps?✔✔ Check the scene and the victim.
Why is calling 911 early in an emergency crucial?✔✔ It ensures professional help arrives as quickly as possible.
How do you determine if a person needs CPR?✔✔ If they are unresponsive and not breathing or only gasping.
What should you do after calling 911 for an unresponsive person?✔✔ Begin CPR if necessary and continue until help arrives.
Why should you use personal protective equipment (PPE) when providing first aid?✔✔ To reduce the risk of disease transmission.
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