By Red Heart Association / April 1, 2021 Congratulations! You can now take the exam Healthcare Provider BLS Exam A passing grade of 70% or higher is required. If you happen to fail don’t worry. You can re-take the exam unlimited times. Good luck! 1 / 10 What does BLS stand for? Basic Life Skills Basic Life Support Basic Lung Support Basic Level Services 2 / 10 Which of the following is NOT a component of BLS? Chest compressions Rescue breaths Advanced airway management Using an AED 3 / 10 What is the first step in the BLS Chain of Survival? Call 911 or activate the emergency response system Early CPR with an emphasis on chest compressions Early defibrillation Recognition of cardiac arrest 4 / 10 What is the correct hand placement for adult chest compressions? On the upper chest, near the collarbone On the lower half of the sternum, in the center of the chest Over the belly button On the left side of the chest 5 / 10 What is the recommended compression rate during CPR? 80–100 compressions per minute 100–120 compressions per minute 130–150 compressions per minute 50–70 compressions per minute 6 / 10 How do you check for responsiveness in an unresponsive person? Shake the person gently and shout Check for a pulse Administer a rescue breath Begin chest compressions immediately 7 / 10 What does AED stand for? Automated Emergency Device Advanced External Defibrillator Automated Equipment for Defibrillation Automated External Defibrillator 8 / 10 Where should AED pads be placed on an adult? Both pads on the upper right chest One pad on the upper right chest and one on the lower left side of the chest One pad on the back and one on the chest Both pads on the lower abdomen 9 / 10 What is the appropriate depth for chest compressions on an infant? About 1 inch About 1.5 inches About 2 inches About 2.5 inches 10 / 10 How should you deliver compressions for an infant? With one hand With both hands, interlocked With two fingers With the heel of one hand Your score isThe average score is 87% 0% Restart quiz Obstructive airway care for infants Back to: Healthcare Providers Basic Life Support
