First Aid Practice Test (Canada) 2026: Oefenexamen 2

1. Vraag 1 van 25

   You are not able or not willing to give rescue breaths to an adult. What should you do?

   • AGive rescue breaths only, without doing any chest compressions
   • BPress on the belly instead of the chest, more gently and slowly
   • CDo no CPR at all and wait quietly for the paramedics to arrive
   • DGive compression-only CPR: push hard and fast in the centre of the chest
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

2. Vraag 2 van 25

   When may you stop CPR?

   • AAfter 10 full cycles, because CPR does not help after that point
   • BAfter exactly 5 minutes, even if no help or AED has arrived yet
   • CWhen EMS takes over, you see an obvious sign of life, you are too tired, or the scene becomes unsafe
   • DAs soon as the person's skin starts to look pale, grey or blue
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

3. Vraag 3 van 25

   Where is the best place to do CPR on an adult?

   • AOn a firm, flat surface such as the floor
   • BLying on a pile of pillows
   • CSitting up in a chair
   • DOn a soft bed or couch, so the person is more comfortable
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

4. Vraag 4 van 25

   In Canadian Red Cross first aid, who is treated as a baby?

   • AA child under 6 months old
   • BA child under 3 years old
   • CA child under 2 years old
   • DA child under 1 year old
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

5. Vraag 5 van 25

   How deep should you push when giving CPR to a child or a baby?

   • AAbout half of the depth of the chest
   • BAt least 8 cm for every child
   • CAt least one-third of the depth of the chest
   • DJust enough to see the skin move
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: C. At least one-third of the depth of the chest

   For children and babies, push at least one-third of the chest depth.

6. Vraag 6 van 25

   Which hand technique can you use for chest compressions on a child?

   • AA closed fist, pressing down on the upper belly
   • BThe heel of one hand on the side of the ribs
   • COne or two hands, depending on the size of the child
   • DTwo fingers only, on the lower half of the breastbone
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

7. Vraag 7 van 25

   Which compression technique for a baby do both the Canadian Red Cross and Heart & Stroke accept?

   • APressing on the baby's belly
   • BBoth thumbs on the centre of the chest, with your hands wrapped around the baby
   • COne closed fist on the breastbone
   • DThe heels of both hands with fingers laced together
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

8. Vraag 8 van 25

   You are alone and have no phone. A child is unresponsive and not breathing. What should you do?

   • AGive only rescue breaths for 10 minutes
   • BLeave right away to find a phone and call 9-1-1, then come back to start CPR
   • CPut the child in the recovery position and go for help
   • DGive about 2 minutes (5 cycles) of CPR, then go call 9-1-1 and get an AED
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

9. Vraag 9 van 25

   Why are rescue breaths recommended in CPR for children and babies?

   • AGiving breaths with compressions improves survival for children and babies
   • BBreaths replace the need for an AED in children
   • CBreaths are easier than compressions for children
   • DChildren's hearts cannot be compressed
   Toon antwoord

   Antwoord: 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.

10. Vraag 10 van 25

    What is the ratio of compressions to breaths for a lone rescuer giving CPR to a baby?

    • A15 compressions to 1 breath
    • B5 compressions to 1 breath
    • C3 compressions to 1 breath
    • D30 compressions to 2 breaths
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 30 compressions to 2 breaths

    Canadian Red Cross courses use 30:2 for adults, children and babies.

11. Vraag 11 van 25

    How do you give a rescue breath to a baby?

    • ABlow on the baby's face from 30 cm away
    • BCover the baby's mouth and nose with your mouth and give a gentle breath
    • CPinch the baby's nose shut and blow as hard as you can into the mouth only
    • DGive a breath into one nostril only
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

12. Vraag 12 van 25

    Pad 1 in the diagram is placed on an adult's chest. Where does it go?

    • AOn the side of the neck
    • BOn the upper right chest, just below the collarbone
    • COn the belly button
    • DOn the upper left chest, over the heart
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

13. Vraag 13 van 25

    Where does pad 2 go on an adult?

    • AOn the lower left side of the chest, below the armpit
    • BOn the top of the left shoulder
    • COn the inside of the left upper arm
    • DOn the lower right side, over the liver
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

14. Vraag 14 van 25

    When should you use an AED?

    • AAs soon as one is available, for anyone who is unresponsive and not breathing normally
    • BOnly for a person who is still breathing but has chest pain
    • COnly when a doctor or paramedic is there to approve the shock
    • DOnly after 30 minutes of CPR have not brought the person back
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

15. Vraag 15 van 25

    The AED pads would touch each other on a small child's chest. What should you do?

    • AOverlap the pads in the centre of the chest so they both fit on the front
    • BCut the pads to make them smaller
    • CPut one pad on the front of the chest and one on the back
    • DDo not use the AED at all
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

16. Vraag 16 van 25

    How far apart should AED pads be?

    • AOverlapping by 1 cm
    • BAt least 2.5 cm (1 in.) apart
    • CTouching each other
    • DAt least 30 cm (12 in.) apart
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. At least 2.5 cm (1 in.) apart

    Pads must not touch. Keep them at least 2.5 cm (1 in.) apart.

17. Vraag 17 van 25

    The person's chest is wet with sweat. What should you do before you attach the AED pads?

    • AAttach the pads over the wet clothing
    • BWait 10 minutes for the chest to dry
    • CDry the chest quickly
    • DPour water on the pads first
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Dry the chest quickly

    Pads stick and work best on dry, bare skin. Wipe the chest dry first.

18. Vraag 18 van 25

    A person who collapsed is lying in the snow, not in water. Can you use an AED?

    • ANo, AEDs must never be used outdoors in winter
    • BYes, it is safe to use an AED on ice or snow
    • COnly after you warm the person for 30 minutes
    • DOnly if you first wrap the AED in plastic
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

19. Vraag 19 van 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?

    • AOn the person's back only
    • BRight on top of the device
    • CDo not use the AED on this person
    • DAt least 2.5 cm (1 in.) away from the device
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

20. Vraag 20 van 25

    The AED says it is analyzing the heart rhythm or is about to shock. What must everyone do?

    • AHold the person's hand for comfort
    • BLift the person's legs
    • CStay clear and not touch the person
    • DKeep doing compressions
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Stay clear and not touch the person

    Touching the person can affect the analysis or cause you to be shocked.

21. Vraag 21 van 25

    What should you do right after the AED delivers a shock?

    • ACheck for a pulse at the wrist for a full minute before doing anything else
    • BRestart CPR right away, beginning with chest compressions
    • CRemove the AED pads so you can do compressions
    • DWait quietly to see whether the person wakes up
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. Restart CPR right away, beginning with chest compressions

    Restart compressions immediately after a shock and follow the AED prompts.

22. Vraag 22 van 25

    Which sign shows that an adult's airway is completely blocked?

    • AThey are talking normally but complain that their throat feels sore and scratchy
    • BThey cannot speak, cough or breathe, or they make a high-pitched noise
    • CThey are breathing fast after running
    • DThey are coughing loudly and forcefully
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

23. Vraag 23 van 25

    An adult is choking but is coughing hard and can still speak. What should you do?

    • AGive abdominal thrusts right away to clear the airway
    • BEncourage them to keep coughing and be ready to help if it gets worse
    • CGive them a glass of water to wash the object down
    • DSlap them hard on the back while they stand upright
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

24. Vraag 24 van 25

    An adult cannot cough, speak or breathe. Which care is correct?

    • AA blind finger sweep, then a glass of water to drink
    • BUp to 5 back blows, then up to 5 abdominal thrusts, repeated until the object comes out
    • CA piece of bread to push the object down into the stomach
    • D30 chest compressions while the person is still standing up
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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.

25. Vraag 25 van 25

    How do you give back blows to a choking adult?

    • ALay them on their back and strike firmly on the breastbone
    • BSupport the chest, bend them forward and strike firmly between the shoulder blades
    • CPat them gently on the lower back while they stand straight
    • DLean them backward and strike the tops of the shoulders
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: 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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