ACLS Exam Version C

During your assessment your patient suddenly loses consciousness. After calling for help and determining that the patient is not breathing you are unsure whether the patient has a pulse. What is your next action? A. Leave and get an AED. B. Begin chest compressions. C. Deliver 2 quick ventilations. D. Checks the patient's moth for the presence of a foreign body. - Begin chest compressions How long should it take to perform a pulse check during the BLS survey? A. 1 to 5 seconds. B. 5 to 10 seconds. C. 10 to 15 seconds. D. 15 to 20 seconds. - 5 - 10 seconds What is the recommended compression rate for performing CPR? A. 60 to 80 per minute. B. 80 to 100 per minute. C. About 100 per minute. D. 100 to 120 per minute - At least 100 per minute