ACLS Exam Review Guide Questions and Answers, Latest Spring 2022

304 ACLS Exam Study Questions COMPILED IN 2022 – COMPLETE SOLUTION Concept that helps to promote effective/efficient teamwork & reduces likelihood of errors is called _____. - Problem solving In 6-person high-performance resuscitation team, which tasks are responsibilities of team members? (3) - Recoding key data, sharing pertinent observations, & performing chest compressions Which assessments would be included in primary assessment? - 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? - 30:2 When providing high-quality CPR on adult, what is proper rate for chest compressions? - 100-120 bpm Responsibilities of team leader? (3) - Sets clear expectations, leads debriefing, assigns roles Team leader instructs team member to perform intervention. To practice good communication, team member should do which of the following? (3) - 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? - 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? - Top right chest anatomically oriented What is rapid assessment? - 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? - AVPU Model When providing high-quality CPR on adult, what is proper depth for chest compressions? - 2-2.4" Team member confirms message is received & understood. What communication technique is team member using? - Closed-Loop Communication What end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2) value confirms adequate ventilation in intubated pt w. respiratory arrest? - 35-45 mmHg CPR: Which statements apply to providing high-quality chest compressions? (3) - Minimize interruptions, proper depth, proper rate Closed-loop communication - Communication technique used to prevent misunderstandings; receiver confirms message has been received & understood. Critical thinking uses - 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 - Assigns & understands team roles - Sets clear expectations - Prioritizes, directs & acts decisively - Encourages/allows team input & interaction - Focuses on big picture - Monitors performance while providing support - Acts as role model - Coaches team - Reevaluates & summarizes progress - Leads debriefing Team Member Responsibilities - 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