ACLS Exam 2026 Questions and Answers
Concept that helps to promote effective/efficient teamwork & reduces likelihood of
errors is called _____. - Correct answer-Problem solving
In 6-person high-performance resuscitation team, which tasks are responsibilities
of team members? (3) - Correct answer-Recoding key data, sharing pertinent
observations, & performing chest compressions
Which assessments would be included in primary assessment? - Correct answer-
Checking for life-threatening injuries & checking airway patency
When performing high-quality CPR on adult w/o advanced airway in place, what is
correct ratio of compressions to ventilations? - Correct answer-30:2
When providing high-quality CPR on adult, what is proper rate for chest
compressions? - Correct answer-100-120 bpm
Responsibilities of team leader? (3) - Correct answer-Sets clear expectations, leads
debriefing, assigns roles
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,Team leader instructs team member to perform intervention. To practice good
communication, team member should do which of the following? (3) - Correct
answer-Acknowledge completion of intervention, use nonverbal communication
methods to indicate follow through w. intervention, & acknowledge initiation of
intervention
Which blood tests are often indicated in evaluation of pts experiencing
cardiovascular, cerebrovascular or respiratory emergency? - Correct answer-CMP,
Toxicology, CBC, Cardiac markers, ABGs, Blood glucose
You need to set up cardiac monitoring w. 5-electrode system. Where should you
place white electrode? - Correct answer-Top right chest anatomically oriented
What is rapid assessment? - Correct answer-Quick assessment to ensure safety,
form initial impression of pt, & if pt appears to be unresponsive check for
responsiveness/breathing/pulse
During primary assessment, what tool would you use to determine pts LOC? -
Correct answer-AVPU Model
When providing high-quality CPR on adult, what is proper depth for chest
compressions? - Correct answer-2-2.4"
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,Team member confirms message is received & understood. What communication
technique is team member using? - Correct answer-Closed-Loop Communication
What end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2) value confirms adequate ventilation in
intubated pt w. respiratory arrest? - Correct answer-35-45 mmHg
CPR:
Which statements apply to providing high-quality chest compressions? (3) -
Correct answer-Minimize interruptions, proper depth, proper rate
Closed-loop communication - Correct answer-Communication technique used to
prevent misunderstandings; receiver confirms message has been received &
understood.
Critical thinking uses - Correct answer-Obtaining an initial impression,
determining course of action, anticipating roles & functions as part of team based
on pts presentation/condition, consistently re-evaluating situation for changes,
interpreting changes & applying them to pts care & tx, & modifying actions based
on changes you observe.
Team Leader Responsibilities - Correct answer-Assigns & understands team roles -
Sets clear expectations - Prioritizes, directs & acts decisively - Encourages/allows
team input & interaction - Focuses on big picture - Monitors performance while
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, providing support - Acts as role model - Coaches team - Re-evaluates &
summarizes progress - Leads debriefing
Team Member Responsibilities - Correct answer-Have necessary knowledge/skills
to perform assigned role - Stay in assigned role but assist others PRN, as long as
they're able to maintain own responsibilities - Communicate effectively w. team
leader if they: Feel they're lacking any knowledge/skills to perform assigned roles,
identify something team leader may have overlooked, or recognize dangerous
situation/need for urgent action - Share info w. other team members - Focus on
achieving goals - Ask pertinent questions & share pertinent observations -
Participate in debriefing sessions - Crew
Crew Resource Management - Correct answer-Concept helps to promote
effective/efficient teamwork & reduce likelihood of errors. Emphasizes using all
available resources (people, equipment, procedures) to reduce likelihood of human
error & promote effective/efficient teamwork. Guides team members to
communicate directly & effectively w. team leader about dangerous or time-critical
decisions. When problem arises, team members must get attention of team leader,
state concern, describe problem as they see it & suggest solution. Team leader
provides direction, enabling team to work together to resolve issue.
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Concept that helps to promote effective/efficient teamwork & reduces likelihood of
errors is called _____. - Correct answer-Problem solving
In 6-person high-performance resuscitation team, which tasks are responsibilities
of team members? (3) - Correct answer-Recoding key data, sharing pertinent
observations, & performing chest compressions
Which assessments would be included in primary assessment? - Correct answer-
Checking for life-threatening injuries & checking airway patency
When performing high-quality CPR on adult w/o advanced airway in place, what is
correct ratio of compressions to ventilations? - Correct answer-30:2
When providing high-quality CPR on adult, what is proper rate for chest
compressions? - Correct answer-100-120 bpm
Responsibilities of team leader? (3) - Correct answer-Sets clear expectations, leads
debriefing, assigns roles
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,Team leader instructs team member to perform intervention. To practice good
communication, team member should do which of the following? (3) - Correct
answer-Acknowledge completion of intervention, use nonverbal communication
methods to indicate follow through w. intervention, & acknowledge initiation of
intervention
Which blood tests are often indicated in evaluation of pts experiencing
cardiovascular, cerebrovascular or respiratory emergency? - Correct answer-CMP,
Toxicology, CBC, Cardiac markers, ABGs, Blood glucose
You need to set up cardiac monitoring w. 5-electrode system. Where should you
place white electrode? - Correct answer-Top right chest anatomically oriented
What is rapid assessment? - Correct answer-Quick assessment to ensure safety,
form initial impression of pt, & if pt appears to be unresponsive check for
responsiveness/breathing/pulse
During primary assessment, what tool would you use to determine pts LOC? -
Correct answer-AVPU Model
When providing high-quality CPR on adult, what is proper depth for chest
compressions? - Correct answer-2-2.4"
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,Team member confirms message is received & understood. What communication
technique is team member using? - Correct answer-Closed-Loop Communication
What end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2) value confirms adequate ventilation in
intubated pt w. respiratory arrest? - Correct answer-35-45 mmHg
CPR:
Which statements apply to providing high-quality chest compressions? (3) -
Correct answer-Minimize interruptions, proper depth, proper rate
Closed-loop communication - Correct answer-Communication technique used to
prevent misunderstandings; receiver confirms message has been received &
understood.
Critical thinking uses - Correct answer-Obtaining an initial impression,
determining course of action, anticipating roles & functions as part of team based
on pts presentation/condition, consistently re-evaluating situation for changes,
interpreting changes & applying them to pts care & tx, & modifying actions based
on changes you observe.
Team Leader Responsibilities - Correct answer-Assigns & understands team roles -
Sets clear expectations - Prioritizes, directs & acts decisively - Encourages/allows
team input & interaction - Focuses on big picture - Monitors performance while
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, providing support - Acts as role model - Coaches team - Re-evaluates &
summarizes progress - Leads debriefing
Team Member Responsibilities - Correct answer-Have necessary knowledge/skills
to perform assigned role - Stay in assigned role but assist others PRN, as long as
they're able to maintain own responsibilities - Communicate effectively w. team
leader if they: Feel they're lacking any knowledge/skills to perform assigned roles,
identify something team leader may have overlooked, or recognize dangerous
situation/need for urgent action - Share info w. other team members - Focus on
achieving goals - Ask pertinent questions & share pertinent observations -
Participate in debriefing sessions - Crew
Crew Resource Management - Correct answer-Concept helps to promote
effective/efficient teamwork & reduce likelihood of errors. Emphasizes using all
available resources (people, equipment, procedures) to reduce likelihood of human
error & promote effective/efficient teamwork. Guides team members to
communicate directly & effectively w. team leader about dangerous or time-critical
decisions. When problem arises, team members must get attention of team leader,
state concern, describe problem as they see it & suggest solution. Team leader
provides direction, enabling team to work together to resolve issue.
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