ACLS Pretest Packet questions and
Answers 2026
How hard should you compress the chest of an adult during CPR? - Correct
answer-Compress 2 inches allowing for the complete recoil of the chest in between
compression
Do not exceed the maximum depth of 2.4 inches
How fast should breaths be delivered? - Correct answer-Deliver breaths over 1
seconds - just enough volume to produce a visible chest rise
In advanced airways, deliver 1 breath every 6 seconds (10 breaths/min)
How long should you check a pulse before beginning compressions? - Correct
answer-10 seconds. If pulse is not definite - begin compression
Name the common drugs given via the endotracheal route - Correct answer-
"LEAST" effective route
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,L = Lidocaine
E=Epinephrine
A= Atropine
N= Narcan
2-2.5x the usual IV dose
Stop compressions, use at least 10 mL total (dilute in NS or sterile water); ventilate
several times; Resume CPR
Explain the BLS CABD assessment method - Correct answer-Used to determine
responsiveness and briefly check for effective breathing
"CABD" method
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, C= Circulation - evaluate for signs of a pulse (check for no longer than 10
seconds). If pulse is is absent, begin and maintain compression - 30 rapid, deep
compression at 100-120/min
A=Airway - Open it with a head tilt/chin lift or jaw thrust is neck trauma is
suspected
B= Breathing - Administer 2 breaths after 30 compressions. If an advanced airway
device is placed, ventilate once each 6 seconds while compressions continue
D= Defibrillation - bring and attach a monitor/defibrillator or an AED to the patient
to shock as soon as appropriate
Explain the primary assessment process - Correct answer-A.B.C.D.E
A= Advanced airway procedures - reserved for those skilled at these procedures
(tracheal intubation or perilaryngeal tube)
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Answers 2026
How hard should you compress the chest of an adult during CPR? - Correct
answer-Compress 2 inches allowing for the complete recoil of the chest in between
compression
Do not exceed the maximum depth of 2.4 inches
How fast should breaths be delivered? - Correct answer-Deliver breaths over 1
seconds - just enough volume to produce a visible chest rise
In advanced airways, deliver 1 breath every 6 seconds (10 breaths/min)
How long should you check a pulse before beginning compressions? - Correct
answer-10 seconds. If pulse is not definite - begin compression
Name the common drugs given via the endotracheal route - Correct answer-
"LEAST" effective route
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,L = Lidocaine
E=Epinephrine
A= Atropine
N= Narcan
2-2.5x the usual IV dose
Stop compressions, use at least 10 mL total (dilute in NS or sterile water); ventilate
several times; Resume CPR
Explain the BLS CABD assessment method - Correct answer-Used to determine
responsiveness and briefly check for effective breathing
"CABD" method
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, C= Circulation - evaluate for signs of a pulse (check for no longer than 10
seconds). If pulse is is absent, begin and maintain compression - 30 rapid, deep
compression at 100-120/min
A=Airway - Open it with a head tilt/chin lift or jaw thrust is neck trauma is
suspected
B= Breathing - Administer 2 breaths after 30 compressions. If an advanced airway
device is placed, ventilate once each 6 seconds while compressions continue
D= Defibrillation - bring and attach a monitor/defibrillator or an AED to the patient
to shock as soon as appropriate
Explain the primary assessment process - Correct answer-A.B.C.D.E
A= Advanced airway procedures - reserved for those skilled at these procedures
(tracheal intubation or perilaryngeal tube)
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