First Aid Practice Test (Canada) 2026: Practice test 2

Practice test 2 of 5 for the First Aid Practice Test (Canada): 25 more questions with answers and explanations.

First aid
Canada
120 questions
Checked October 10, 2026

Question 1 of 25
You are not able or not willing to give rescue breaths to an adult. What should you do?
- Give rescue breaths only, without doing any chest compressions
- Press on the belly instead of the chest, more gently and slowly
- Do no CPR at all and wait quietly for the paramedics to arrive
- Give compression-only CPR: push hard and fast in the centre of the chest
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Answer: D. Give compression-only CPR: push hard and fast in the centre of the chest
Compression-only CPR is acceptable if you cannot or will not give breaths. It is far better than doing nothing.
Question 2 of 25
When may you stop CPR?
- After 10 full cycles, because CPR does not help after that point
- After exactly 5 minutes, even if no help or AED has arrived yet
- When EMS takes over, you see an obvious sign of life, you are too tired, or the scene becomes unsafe
- As soon as the person's skin starts to look pale, grey or blue
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Answer: C. When EMS takes over, you see an obvious sign of life, you are too tired, or the scene becomes unsafe
Keep going until one of these things happens. Stopping early cuts off blood flow to the brain.
Question 3 of 25
Where is the best place to do CPR on an adult?
- On a firm, flat surface such as the floor
- Lying on a pile of pillows
- Sitting up in a chair
- On a soft bed or couch, so the person is more comfortable
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Answer: A. On a firm, flat surface such as the floor
A firm surface lets each push compress the chest instead of sinking into a mattress.
Question 4 of 25
In Canadian Red Cross first aid, who is treated as a baby?
- A child under 6 months old
- A child under 3 years old
- A child under 2 years old
- A child under 1 year old
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Answer: D. A child under 1 year old
A baby (infant) is under 1 year of age. Babies need some changes to CPR and choking care.
Question 5 of 25
How deep should you push when giving CPR to a child or a baby?
- About half of the depth of the chest
- At least 8 cm for every child
- At least one-third of the depth of the chest
- Just enough to see the skin move
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Answer: C. At least one-third of the depth of the chest
For children and babies, push at least one-third of the chest depth.
Question 6 of 25
Which hand technique can you use for chest compressions on a child?
- A closed fist, pressing down on the upper belly
- The heel of one hand on the side of the ribs
- One or two hands, depending on the size of the child
- Two fingers only, on the lower half of the breastbone
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Answer: C. One or two hands, depending on the size of the child
For a child, use one or two hands in the centre of the chest so you can reach the right depth.
Question 7 of 25
Which compression technique for a baby do both the Canadian Red Cross and Heart & Stroke accept?
- Pressing on the baby's belly
- Both thumbs on the centre of the chest, with your hands wrapped around the baby
- One closed fist on the breastbone
- The heels of both hands with fingers laced together
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Answer: B. Both thumbs on the centre of the chest, with your hands wrapped around the baby
The two-thumb, hands-encircling technique is accepted by both. Heart & Stroke no longer recommends the two-finger method.
Question 8 of 25
You are alone and have no phone. A child is unresponsive and not breathing. What should you do?
- Give only rescue breaths for 10 minutes
- Leave right away to find a phone and call 9-1-1, then come back to start CPR
- Put the child in the recovery position and go for help
- Give about 2 minutes (5 cycles) of CPR, then go call 9-1-1 and get an AED
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Answer: D. Give about 2 minutes (5 cycles) of CPR, then go call 9-1-1 and get an AED
For a child or baby, a lone rescuer gives 5 cycles (about 2 minutes) of CPR before leaving to call and get an AED.
Question 9 of 25
Why are rescue breaths recommended in CPR for children and babies?
- Giving breaths with compressions improves survival for children and babies
- Breaths replace the need for an AED in children
- Breaths are easier than compressions for children
- Children's hearts cannot be compressed
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Answer: A. Giving breaths with compressions improves survival for children and babies
Traditional CPR with breaths is recommended for children and babies because breaths plus compressions improve survival.
Question 10 of 25
What is the ratio of compressions to breaths for a lone rescuer giving CPR to a baby?
- 15 compressions to 1 breath
- 5 compressions to 1 breath
- 3 compressions to 1 breath
- 30 compressions to 2 breaths
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Answer: D. 30 compressions to 2 breaths
Canadian Red Cross courses use 30:2 for adults, children and babies.
Question 11 of 25
How do you give a rescue breath to a baby?
- Blow on the baby's face from 30 cm away
- Cover the baby's mouth and nose with your mouth and give a gentle breath
- Pinch the baby's nose shut and blow as hard as you can into the mouth only
- Give a breath into one nostril only
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Answer: B. Cover the baby's mouth and nose with your mouth and give a gentle breath
A baby's face is small, so seal your mouth over both the mouth and nose. Give just enough air to make the chest rise.
Question 12 of 25
Pad 1 in the diagram is placed on an adult's chest. Where does it go?
- On the side of the neck
- On the upper right chest, just below the collarbone
- On the belly button
- On the upper left chest, over the heart
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Answer: B. On the upper right chest, just below the collarbone
One pad goes on the upper right chest below the collarbone. Always follow the pictures on the pads.
Question 13 of 25
Where does pad 2 go on an adult?
- On the lower left side of the chest, below the armpit
- On the top of the left shoulder
- On the inside of the left upper arm
- On the lower right side, over the liver
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Answer: A. On the lower left side of the chest, below the armpit
The second pad goes on the lower left side, below the armpit, so the shock passes through the heart.
Question 14 of 25
When should you use an AED?
- As soon as one is available, for anyone who is unresponsive and not breathing normally
- Only for a person who is still breathing but has chest pain
- Only when a doctor or paramedic is there to approve the shock
- Only after 30 minutes of CPR have not brought the person back
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Answer: A. As soon as one is available, for anyone who is unresponsive and not breathing normally
Use the AED as soon as it arrives. Each minute without a shock lowers the chance of survival.
Question 15 of 25
The AED pads would touch each other on a small child's chest. What should you do?
- Overlap the pads in the centre of the chest so they both fit on the front
- Cut the pads to make them smaller
- Put one pad on the front of the chest and one on the back
- Do not use the AED at all
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Answer: C. Put one pad on the front of the chest and one on the back
If there is not enough room on the chest, place one pad on the chest and one on the back.
Question 16 of 25
How far apart should AED pads be?
- Overlapping by 1 cm
- At least 2.5 cm (1 in.) apart
- Touching each other
- At least 30 cm (12 in.) apart
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Answer: B. At least 2.5 cm (1 in.) apart
Pads must not touch. Keep them at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) apart.
Question 17 of 25
The person's chest is wet with sweat. What should you do before you attach the AED pads?
- Attach the pads over the wet clothing
- Wait 10 minutes for the chest to dry
- Dry the chest quickly
- Pour water on the pads first
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Answer: C. Dry the chest quickly
Pads stick and work best on dry, bare skin. Wipe the chest dry first.
Question 18 of 25
A person who collapsed is lying in the snow, not in water. Can you use an AED?
- No, AEDs must never be used outdoors in winter
- Yes, it is safe to use an AED on ice or snow
- Only after you warm the person for 30 minutes
- Only if you first wrap the AED in plastic
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Answer: B. Yes, it is safe to use an AED on ice or snow
Do not use an AED in water, but using it on ice or snow is safe.
Question 19 of 25
A person has a pacemaker, which you see as a small lump under the skin of the upper chest. Where do you put the pad?
- On the person's back only
- Right on top of the device
- Do not use the AED on this person
- At least 2.5 cm (1 in.) away from the device
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Answer: D. At least 2.5 cm (1 in.) away from the device
Keep pads at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) away from an implanted device such as a pacemaker.
Question 20 of 25
The AED says it is analyzing the heart rhythm or is about to shock. What must everyone do?
- Hold the person's hand for comfort
- Lift the person's legs
- Stay clear and not touch the person
- Keep doing compressions
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Answer: C. Stay clear and not touch the person
Touching the person can affect the analysis or cause you to be shocked.
Question 21 of 25
What should you do right after the AED delivers a shock?
- Check for a pulse at the wrist for a full minute before doing anything else
- Restart CPR right away, beginning with chest compressions
- Remove the AED pads so you can do compressions
- Wait quietly to see whether the person wakes up
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Answer: B. Restart CPR right away, beginning with chest compressions
Restart compressions immediately after a shock and follow the AED prompts.
Question 22 of 25
Which sign shows that an adult's airway is completely blocked?
- They are talking normally but complain that their throat feels sore and scratchy
- They cannot speak, cough or breathe, or they make a high-pitched noise
- They are breathing fast after running
- They are coughing loudly and forcefully
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Answer: B. They cannot speak, cough or breathe, or they make a high-pitched noise
A person who cannot speak, cough or breathe has a complete blockage and needs help right away.
Question 23 of 25
An adult is choking but is coughing hard and can still speak. What should you do?
- Give abdominal thrusts right away to clear the airway
- Encourage them to keep coughing and be ready to help if it gets worse
- Give them a glass of water to wash the object down
- Slap them hard on the back while they stand upright
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Answer: B. Encourage them to keep coughing and be ready to help if it gets worse
Strong coughing is the best way to clear a partial blockage. Stay with them and be ready to act.
Question 24 of 25
An adult cannot cough, speak or breathe. Which care is correct?
- A blind finger sweep, then a glass of water to drink
- Up to 5 back blows, then up to 5 abdominal thrusts, repeated until the object comes out
- A piece of bread to push the object down into the stomach
- 30 chest compressions while the person is still standing up
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Answer: B. Up to 5 back blows, then up to 5 abdominal thrusts, repeated until the object comes out
Alternating back blows and abdominal thrusts is accepted by both the Canadian Red Cross and Heart & Stroke.
Question 25 of 25
How do you give back blows to a choking adult?
- Lay them on their back and strike firmly on the breastbone
- Support the chest, bend them forward and strike firmly between the shoulder blades
- Pat them gently on the lower back while they stand straight
- Lean them backward and strike the tops of the shoulders
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Answer: B. Support the chest, bend them forward and strike firmly between the shoulder blades
Bending the person forward lets gravity help when the blows push the object out.

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