Ryanair Initial Practice Exam

What is the expected action of the backup cabin crew member during a CPR situation?

1. Immediately leave the scene for assistance

2. Set up the AED and provide support to the first aider

3. Assist with moving passengers away from the area

4. Call for professional medical support

The correct answer is: Set up the AED and provide support to the first aider

In a CPR situation, the backup cabin crew member plays a critical role in ensuring that the emergency response is effective and organized. Setting up the AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is essential because it provides an automated analysis of the heart rhythm and can deliver shocks if necessary to restore a normal heart rhythm. This device is a vital tool in the chain of survival for someone experiencing a cardiac emergency. By providing support to the first aider, the backup crew member can help maintain focus and efficiency during a chaotic situation. This includes assisting with the BLS (Basic Life Support) procedures, preparing the AED, and managing other passengers who may be distressed or uncooperative during the incident. The other options, while they may seem relevant in different contexts, do not align with the most effective response in a CPR scenario. Leaving the scene would undermine the rescue effort, calling for professional medical support should not replace immediate action, and while moving passengers away can be important, the priority is to ensure that necessary medical interventions, like CPR and defibrillation, are being administered as quickly as possible.