Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Training Test Solved 100%

Components of the BLS assessment - Answer 1. Check responsiveness 2. Shout for help and get AED 3. Check pulse and breathing 4. If no pulse, start CPR 5. If pulse, start rescue breathing 6. Check for shockable rhythm and defibrillate as needed Interruptions in chest compressions should be limited to no more than _____ seconds - Answer 10 Chest compressions should be made to a depth of _____ inches - Answer 2 How many chest compressions should be administered per minute? - Answer 100-120 The "bradycardia with a pulse" algorithm should be considered for use when the heart rate is _____ bpm - Answer 50 What is the 1st step in implementing the "bradycardia with a pulse" algorithm? - Answer *Identify and treat underlying cause* -Maintain patient airway -Oxygen -Cardiac monitor -IV access -EKG If a bradycardic patient has adequate perfusion, what is the recommended treatment according to the "bradycardia with a pulse" algorithm? - Answer Monitor and observe If a bradycardic patient has poor perfusion (hypotension, shock, ADHF, altered mental status), what is the recommended treatment according to the "bradycardia with a pulse" algorithm? - Answer Atropine 0.5 mg IV bolus Maximum amount of atropine that can be administered to a patient - Answer 3 mg Atropine should be administered how often in treating a bradycardic patient? - Answer Every 3-5 minutes