ACLS Exam Version B /Latest 2022:2023(50 Questions and Answers)

What should be done to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? - Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging Which condition is an indication to stop or with-hold resuscitative efforts? - Safety threat to providers After verifying unresponsiveness and abnormal breathing, you activate the emergency response team. What is your next action? - Check for a pulse What is the recommendation on the use of cricoid pressure to prevent aspiration during cardiac arrest? - Not recommended for routine use What survival advantages does CPR provide to a patient in ventricular fibrillation? - Produces a small amount of blood flow to the heart What is the recommended compression rate for performing CPR? - At least 100 per minute A patient remains in ventricular fibrillation despite 1 shock and 2 minutes of continuous CPR. The next intervention is to - Administer a second shock What is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? - Begin CPR, starting with chest compressions Which of the following is the recommended first choice for establishing intravenous access during the attempted resuscitation of a patient in cardiac arrest? - Antecubital vein What is the recommended first intravenous dose of amiodarone for a patient with refractory ventricular fibrillation? - 300 mg IV/IO drug administration during CPR should be - given rapidly during compressions How often should the team leader switch chest compressors during a resuscitation attempt? - Every 2 minutes Which finding is a sign of ineffective CPR? - PETCO2 <10 mm hg