TheoryPractice
Browse exams
Home › First Aid Test AU › Questions 21–30
Provide First Aid (HLTAID011, Australia)Part 3 of 3

Provide First Aid (HLTAID011, Australia) Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (21–30)

Provide First Aid (HLTAID011, Australia) practice questions and answers 2026. Tap an option to test yourself — you'll see the correct answer and a plain-English explanation for every question. Free, no login.

Practise Provide First Aid (HLTAID011, Australia) questions free, download the PDF, or unlock timed mock exams when you are ready.
Download PDFWatch video
Multiple choice — pick the best answer, then reveal it

  1. Q21When should you consider stopping CPR?

    • AWhen the individual is breathing normally
    • BAfter 10 minutes of consistent effort
    • CIf advanced medical help arrives and takes over
    • DWhen the surrounding area becomes unsafe
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: C. If advanced medical help arrives and takes over

    CPR should be stopped when advanced medical help arrives and takes over care of the victim.

    Topic: Emergency Response & DRSABCD

  2. Q22How can bystanders contribute if they are untrained in CPR?

    • APerform CPR without guidance
    • BCall for emergency services and follow instructions
    • CStart rescue breathing immediately
    • DUse the AED without help
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: B. Call for emergency services and follow instructions

    Untrained bystanders can still help by calling emergency services immediately and following the dispatcher's step-by-step instructions.

    Topic: Emergency Response & DRSABCD

  3. Q23What is a critical time period for minimizing brain damage during CPA?

    • A1 minute
    • B4 minutes
    • C6 minutes
    • D10 minutes
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: B. 4 minutes

    Brain damage can begin within about 4 minutes without oxygen, which is why prompt CPR is critical during cardiac arrest.

    Topic: Emergency Response & DRSABCD

  4. Q24What is the first action when you find an unresponsive person?

    • AStart CPR immediately
    • BCheck for breathing and pulse
    • CCall for emergency help
    • DShake them to see if they respond
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: C. Call for emergency help

    After finding someone unresponsive, call for emergency help right away so professional responders are on their way while first aid continues.

    Topic: Emergency Response & DRSABCD

  5. Q25What is the first step to take when you find an unresponsive person?

    • ACheck for breathing
    • BCall emergency services
    • CPerform chest compressions
    • DShake them and shout
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: D. Shake them and shout

    The first step upon finding a possibly unresponsive person is to check responsiveness by shaking them gently and shouting to them.

    Topic: Emergency Response & DRSABCD

  6. Q26What is the recommended ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in CPR for all ages?

    • A15 compressions to 2 breaths
    • B30 compressions to 2 breaths
    • C5 compressions to 1 breath
    • D10 compressions to 2 breaths
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: B. 30 compressions to 2 breaths

    For a single lay rescuer, the ratio is 30 compressions to 2 breaths for adults, children and infants.

    Topic: CPR & Defibrillation (AED)

  7. Q27What is the recommended rate of chest compressions?

    • A40 to 60 per minute
    • B60 to 80 per minute
    • C100 to 120 per minute
    • D140 to 160 per minute
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: C. 100 to 120 per minute

    Compress at 100 to 120 per minute. This keeps blood flowing to the brain and heart.

    Topic: CPR & Defibrillation (AED)

  8. Q28How deep should chest compressions be on an adult?

    • AAbout 1 cm
    • BAt least one third of the chest depth (about 5 cm)
    • CAs deep as possible, about 10 cm
    • DJust enough to feel the ribs
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: B. At least one third of the chest depth (about 5 cm)

    Compress at least one third of the depth of the chest, roughly 5 cm in an average adult.

    Topic: CPR & Defibrillation (AED)

  9. Q29Where do you place your hands for chest compressions on an adult?

    • AOn the upper chest near the collarbone
    • BOn the lower half of the breastbone (sternum), centre of the chest
    • COver the stomach
    • DOn the left side over the heart
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: B. On the lower half of the breastbone (sternum), centre of the chest

    Place the heel of your hand on the lower half of the sternum in the centre of the chest, with the other hand on top.

    Topic: CPR & Defibrillation (AED)

  10. Q30How are chest compressions best delivered to an infant (under 1 year)?

    • AWith two fingers
    • BWith one full hand
    • CWith both hands as for an adult
    • DWith a closed fist
    Show answer

    ✓ Correct answer: A. With two fingers

    For an infant, use two fingers on the lower half of the breastbone, compressing about one third of the chest depth.

    Topic: CPR & Defibrillation (AED)

← Previous part ↩ All 30 free questions

More Provide First Aid (HLTAID011, Australia) practice questions

Q1–10 Q11–20 Q21–30

Free practice here. Timed mocks when you are ready.

Use the free First Aid Test AU sample, download the PDF, then unlock web-based timed mock exams for a full exam rehearsal.

Download PDFStart practice test