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BLS Bill Goodman Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What should you do if you are the first person to arrive at the scene of an unconscious victim?✔✔Check for responsiveness and breathing, call for emergency help, and begin CPR if the victim is unresponsive and not breathing.
What is the correct hand placement for chest compressions on an adult?✔✔Place the heel of one hand on the center of the chest, with the other hand on top, interlocking your fingers, and press down hard and fast.
How deep should you compress the chest during CPR on an adult?✔✔You should compress the chest at least 2 inches deep during CPR on an adult.
How should you perform chest compressions on a child?✔✔Place one or both hands on the center of the chest, depending on the child’s size, and compress to a depth of about 1/3 the depth of the chest.
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What should you do if the victim is a newborn and not breathing?✔✔Give 5 gentle breaths, then check for a pulse. If no pulse is present, begin chest compressions.
What is the first step in using an AED on a victim?✔✔Turn on the AED, expose the victim’s chest, and place the pads as instructed by the device.
When should you stop chest compressions during CPR?✔✔Stop chest compressions when the person starts breathing or when professional help arrives.
How should you perform CPR on a pregnant woman?✔✔Perform CPR as you would on any adult, placing chest compressions in the center of the chest.
What should you do if you are alone with an adult who is unresponsive?✔✔Call for emergency help first, then begin CPR if the person is not breathing or only gasping.
What is the correct ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths for adult CPR?
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