APEA Predictor Practice Exam

The correct order for performing CPR on an adult begins with checking responsiveness. This step is crucial because it helps to determine whether the person is conscious or unconscious. If the person does not respond, the next immediate action is to call for help or activate emergency services. This is important to get professional assistance on the way while you begin to provide care. Following that, the airway must be opened to ensure that air can flow to the lungs. After ensuring the airway is clear, the rescuer should check for breathing. If the person is not breathing or only gasping, that’s the time to begin ventilations to provide rescue breaths, if trained to do so. Finally, chest compressions are initiated to circulate blood until emergency responders arrive or the person begins to show signs of life. This sequence ensures that the most critical actions are taken in the correct order to maximize the individual's chances of survival. Each step builds upon the previous one to provide effective response and care in a potential life-threatening situation.