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AHA ACLS EXAM (TRUE/FALSE) ACTUAL EXAM
2026/2027 | COMPLETE COURSE REVIEW | 50
VERIFIED Q&A | COMPLETE RATIONALES | PASS
GUARANTEED - A+ GRADED
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 1
Statement: The correct compression rate for adult CPR is 100-120 compressions per minute.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The correct compression rate for adult CPR is 100-120 compressions per minute.
Compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep and allow for full chest recoil. High-quality CPR
with minimal interruptions is essential for survival.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 2
Statement: Ventricular fibrillation (VF) is the most common initial rhythm in witnessed adult cardiac
arrest.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: VF is the most common initial rhythm in witnessed adult cardiac arrest. VF is a life-
threatening arrhythmia that requires immediate defibrillation. Early defibrillation is the most
important factor in survival from VF cardiac arrest.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 3
Statement: The dose of epinephrine for adult cardiac arrest is 0.5 mg IV/IO every 3-5 minutes.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The dose of epinephrine for adult cardiac arrest is 1 mg IV/IO every 3-5 minutes, not 0.5
mg. Epinephrine is a potent vasoconstrictor that increases coronary perfusion pressure. It should be
given as early as possible.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 4
Statement: Atropine is indicated for symptomatic bradycardia.
A. False
B. True
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Rationale: Atropine is indicated for symptomatic bradycardia. The dose is 0.5 mg IV/IO every 3-5
minutes, up to a maximum of 3 mg. Atropine is no longer recommended for asystole or PEA.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 5
Statement: For biphasic defibrillation, the energy dose should be 360 J.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: For biphasic defibrillation, the energy dose should be the manufacturer-recommended
dose (typically 120-200 J), not 360 J. For monophasic defibrillation, use 360 J. Using the correct
energy dose maximizes the success of defibrillation.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 6
Statement: The Primary Assessment in ACLS follows the ABCDE approach.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The Primary Assessment follows the ABCDE approach: Airway, Breathing, Circulation,
Disability, and Exposure. This systematic approach identifies and treats life-threatening conditions
and is used after the BLS assessment.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 7
Statement: The dose of amiodarone for refractory VF/pVT is 300 mg IV/IO bolus, which may be
repeated once with 150 mg.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The dose of amiodarone for refractory VF/pVT is 300 mg IV/IO bolus, which may be
repeated once with 150 mg. Amiodarone is given after the third shock if VF/pVT persists. It is an
antiarrhythmic that stabilizes the cardiac membrane.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 8
Statement: Transcutaneous pacing (TCP) is indicated for asystole.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: Transcutaneous pacing (TCP) is indicated for symptomatic bradycardia, not asystole. TCP
provides temporary pacing until a transvenous pacemaker can be placed. It is used for bradycardia
with hemodynamic compromise.
AHA ACLS EXAM (TRUE/FALSE) ACTUAL EXAM
2026/2027 | COMPLETE COURSE REVIEW | 50
VERIFIED Q&A | COMPLETE RATIONALES | PASS
GUARANTEED - A+ GRADED
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 1
Statement: The correct compression rate for adult CPR is 100-120 compressions per minute.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The correct compression rate for adult CPR is 100-120 compressions per minute.
Compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep and allow for full chest recoil. High-quality CPR
with minimal interruptions is essential for survival.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 2
Statement: Ventricular fibrillation (VF) is the most common initial rhythm in witnessed adult cardiac
arrest.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: VF is the most common initial rhythm in witnessed adult cardiac arrest. VF is a life-
threatening arrhythmia that requires immediate defibrillation. Early defibrillation is the most
important factor in survival from VF cardiac arrest.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 3
Statement: The dose of epinephrine for adult cardiac arrest is 0.5 mg IV/IO every 3-5 minutes.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The dose of epinephrine for adult cardiac arrest is 1 mg IV/IO every 3-5 minutes, not 0.5
mg. Epinephrine is a potent vasoconstrictor that increases coronary perfusion pressure. It should be
given as early as possible.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 4
Statement: Atropine is indicated for symptomatic bradycardia.
A. False
B. True
, 2
Rationale: Atropine is indicated for symptomatic bradycardia. The dose is 0.5 mg IV/IO every 3-5
minutes, up to a maximum of 3 mg. Atropine is no longer recommended for asystole or PEA.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 5
Statement: For biphasic defibrillation, the energy dose should be 360 J.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: For biphasic defibrillation, the energy dose should be the manufacturer-recommended
dose (typically 120-200 J), not 360 J. For monophasic defibrillation, use 360 J. Using the correct
energy dose maximizes the success of defibrillation.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 6
Statement: The Primary Assessment in ACLS follows the ABCDE approach.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The Primary Assessment follows the ABCDE approach: Airway, Breathing, Circulation,
Disability, and Exposure. This systematic approach identifies and treats life-threatening conditions
and is used after the BLS assessment.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 7
Statement: The dose of amiodarone for refractory VF/pVT is 300 mg IV/IO bolus, which may be
repeated once with 150 mg.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: The dose of amiodarone for refractory VF/pVT is 300 mg IV/IO bolus, which may be
repeated once with 150 mg. Amiodarone is given after the third shock if VF/pVT persists. It is an
antiarrhythmic that stabilizes the cardiac membrane.
TRUE/FALSE QUESTION 8
Statement: Transcutaneous pacing (TCP) is indicated for asystole.
A. False
B. True
Rationale: Transcutaneous pacing (TCP) is indicated for symptomatic bradycardia, not asystole. TCP
provides temporary pacing until a transvenous pacemaker can be placed. It is used for bradycardia
with hemodynamic compromise.
