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YMCA CPR Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Why is it important to allow full chest recoil between compressions?✔✔It helps the heart refill with blood for effective circulation.
What should you do if a choking person becomes unconscious?✔✔Lower them to the ground and start CPR immediately.
How can you tell if an infant is choking?✔✔The infant may be unable to cry, cough, or breathe.
How do you help a choking infant?✔✔Give 5 back blows followed by 5 chest thrusts.
What should you do if a drowning victim is unresponsive and not breathing?✔✔Start CPR immediately with rescue breaths first. 1 / 3
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Why is early CPR important?✔✔It helps maintain blood flow to the brain and vital organs.
What should you do after calling 911 for an unconscious person?✔✔Start CPR if they are not breathing.
How do you check responsiveness in an infant?✔✔Tap the bottom of the foot and look for movement or sound.
What should you do if someone is breathing but unresponsive?✔✔Place them in the recovery position and monitor their breathing.
Why should you avoid excessive force during rescue breaths?✔✔It can cause air to enter the stomach instead of the lungs.
How do you know if CPR is effective?✔✔The chest rises with breaths, and compressions maintain circulation. 2 / 3
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What should you do if an AED advises no shock?✔✔Continue CPR until medical help arrives.
How do you protect yourself when giving CPR?✔✔Use a barrier device or mask for rescue breaths if available.
What should you do if you are too tired to continue CPR?✔✔Ask someone else to take over while you rest.
How do you know if a choking victim has cleared the obstruction?✔✔They can speak, cough, or breathe normally.
What is the best way to learn proper CPR technique?✔✔Take a certified CPR training course.
What is the first thing you should do when you see someone collapse?✔✔Check if the scene is safe and assess the person's responsiveness.
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