ACLS Written Exam Questions with correct Answers 2023

The use of quantitative capnography in intubated patients - allows for monitoring of CPR quality. For the past 25 minutes, an EMS crew has attempted resuscitation of a patient who originally presented in ventricular fibrillation. After the first shock, the ECG screen displayed asystole, which has persisted despite 2 doses of epinephrine, a fluid bolus, and high-quality CPR. What is your next treatment? - Consider terminating resuscitive efforts after consulting medical control. Which is a safe and effective practice within the defibrillation sequence? - Be sure oxygen is not blowing over the patient's chest during the shock. During your assessment, your patient suddenly loses consciousness. After calling for help and determining that the patient is not breathing, you are unsure whether the patient has a pulse. What is your next action? - Begin chest compressions. What is an advantage of using hands-free defibrillation pads instead of defibrillation paddles? - Hands-free pads allow for a more rapid defibrillation. What action is recommended to help minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? - Continue CPR while charging the defibrillator. Which action is included in the BLS survey? - Early defibrillation Which drug and dose are recommended for the management of a patient in refractory ventricular fibrillation? - Amioderone 300mg What is the appropriate interval for an interruption in chest compressions? - 10 seconds or less Which of the following is a sign of effective CPR? - PETCO2 ≥10 mm Hg