ACLS Post Test 1 (Latest 2025 )
Actual Questions and
Correct Verified Answers.
You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2
hours ago. The CT scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient
does not have any contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment
approach is best for this patient? - ANSWER -Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as
possible
Which best describes this rhythm? - ANSWER -Third-degree atrioventricular
block
What is the recommended range from which a temperature should be selected and
maintained constantly to achieve targeted management after cardiac arrest? -
ANSWER -32 degrees celsius to 36 degrees celsius
Which is the recommended first intravenous (IV) dose of amiodarone for a patient
with refractory ventricular fibrillation? - ANSWER -300mg
Which is the primary purpose of a medical emergency team or rapid response
team? - ANSWER -Improving patient outcomes by identifying and treating early
clinical deterioration
, Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? - ANSWER
Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions
EMS providers are treating a patient with suspected stroke. According to the Adult
Suspected Stroke Algorithm, which critical action performed by the EMS team
will expedite this patient's care on arrival and reduce the time to treatment? -
ANSWER -Alert the hospital
A responder is caring for a patient with a history of congestive heart failure
(CHF). The patient is experiencing shortness of breath, a blood pressure (BP) of
68/50 mmHg, and a heart rate of 190/min. The patient's lead II ECG is displayed
here. Which best characterizes this patient's rhythm? - ANSWER -Unstable
supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)
Your rescue team arrives to find a 59-year-old man lying on the kitchen floor. You
determine that he is unresponsive. Which is the next step in your assessment and
management of this patient? - ANSWER -Check the patient's breathing and pulse
Which best describes the length of time it should take to perform a pulse check
during the BLS Assessment? - ANSWER -5 to 10 seconds
You instruct a team member to give 0.5 mg atropine IV. Which response is an
example of closed-loop communication? - ANSWER -"I'll draw up 0.5 mg of
atropine."
What is an effect of excessive ventilation? - ANSWER -Decreased cardiac output
If a team member is about to make a mistake during a resuscitation attempt, which
Actual Questions and
Correct Verified Answers.
You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2
hours ago. The CT scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient
does not have any contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment
approach is best for this patient? - ANSWER -Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as
possible
Which best describes this rhythm? - ANSWER -Third-degree atrioventricular
block
What is the recommended range from which a temperature should be selected and
maintained constantly to achieve targeted management after cardiac arrest? -
ANSWER -32 degrees celsius to 36 degrees celsius
Which is the recommended first intravenous (IV) dose of amiodarone for a patient
with refractory ventricular fibrillation? - ANSWER -300mg
Which is the primary purpose of a medical emergency team or rapid response
team? - ANSWER -Improving patient outcomes by identifying and treating early
clinical deterioration
, Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? - ANSWER
Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions
EMS providers are treating a patient with suspected stroke. According to the Adult
Suspected Stroke Algorithm, which critical action performed by the EMS team
will expedite this patient's care on arrival and reduce the time to treatment? -
ANSWER -Alert the hospital
A responder is caring for a patient with a history of congestive heart failure
(CHF). The patient is experiencing shortness of breath, a blood pressure (BP) of
68/50 mmHg, and a heart rate of 190/min. The patient's lead II ECG is displayed
here. Which best characterizes this patient's rhythm? - ANSWER -Unstable
supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)
Your rescue team arrives to find a 59-year-old man lying on the kitchen floor. You
determine that he is unresponsive. Which is the next step in your assessment and
management of this patient? - ANSWER -Check the patient's breathing and pulse
Which best describes the length of time it should take to perform a pulse check
during the BLS Assessment? - ANSWER -5 to 10 seconds
You instruct a team member to give 0.5 mg atropine IV. Which response is an
example of closed-loop communication? - ANSWER -"I'll draw up 0.5 mg of
atropine."
What is an effect of excessive ventilation? - ANSWER -Decreased cardiac output
If a team member is about to make a mistake during a resuscitation attempt, which
