During properly performed external chest compression on infants, how should the middle and index fingers be positioned?
a. One finger width above the tip of the xiphoid
b. 1.0 to 1.5 in above the tip of the xiphoid
c. 1.0 to 1.5 in below the tip of the manu-brium
d. Placed just below nipple line in center of chest
Q. 2 During properly performed external chest compression on infants, how much should the sternum be compressed?
a. 0.5 in
b. 1.0 in
c. 1.5 in
d. 2.0 in
Q. 3 What is the proper rate of external chest compressions for children up to puberty?
a. 80/min
b. 100/min
c. 120/min
d. 140/min
Q. 4 What is the proper rate of external chest compressions for infants?
a. 80/min
b. 100/min
c. 120/min
d. 140/min
Q. 5 After successful resuscitation, the heart rate of neonate being ventilated with 100 O2 drops to 50/min. What should you do now?
a. Assess the infant's peripheral pulses.
b. Begin external chest compressions at 100 or more per minute.
c. Continue to observe the infant for signs of shock.
d. Begin external chest compressions at 50/min.
Q. 6 During properly performed external chest compression on an adult, how should the heel of the hand be positioned?
a. Three finger widths above the xiphoid tip, middle of sternum
b. Two finger widths below the manubrium, upper sternum
c. One finger width below the intermammary line, midsternal line
d. Two finger widths above the xiphoid tip, lower half of sternum
Q. 7 Which of the following statements is true about adult external cardiac compression?
a. Compressions should displace the sternum at least 3 to 4 in.
b. Compressions should occur at a rate of 60 to 80/min.
c. Compression time should at least equal the upstroke phase.
d. Compressions can be safely interrupted for up to 50 sec.
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