What is the first step when doing CPR?

What is the first step when doing CPR?

• A. Check Airway
• B. Check Blood Pressure
• C. Check Circulation
• D. Check Breathing only

Answer: (A)

Opening the airway first is the essential starting move in CPR because air must reach the lungs for effective ventilation. With the person on their back, tilt the head back and lift the chin (or use a jaw‑thrust if a spinal injury is suspected) to keep the airway open, and clear any obvious obstruction if it’s safe to do so. Once the airway is open, you can assess breathing and, if needed, begin rescue breaths in combination with chest compressions. The other options aren’t the starting step: blood pressure isn’t something you check during CPR, and attempting to check circulation or starting with breathing only won’t establish the needed airflow and circulation that CPR provides.

Opening the airway first is the essential starting move in CPR because air must reach the lungs for effective ventilation. With the person on their back, tilt the head back and lift the chin (or use a jaw‑thrust if a spinal injury is suspected) to keep the airway open, and clear any obvious obstruction if it’s safe to do so. Once the airway is open, you can assess breathing and, if needed, begin rescue breaths in combination with chest compressions. The other options aren’t the starting step: blood pressure isn’t something you check during CPR, and attempting to check circulation or starting with breathing only won’t establish the needed airflow and circulation that CPR provides.