Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Training QUESTIONS & CORRECT
ANSWERS(GRADED A)
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
Training QUESTIONS & CORRECT
ANSWERS(GRADED A)
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
