Exam Coverage
Exam coverage for the AHA PALS Exam 2024-2025 (Pediatric
Advanced Life Support) includes the recognition and management
of life-threatening pediatric emergencies using the American Heart
Association's PALS algorithms and high-performance team
principles. The PALS course emphasizes systematic pediatric
assessment and effective intervention for respiratory emergencies,
shock, arrhythmias, and cardiopulmonary arrest.
,2. A 3-year-old child was recently diagnosed with leukemia and has
been treated with chemotherapy. The child presents with lethargy
and a high fever. Heart rate is 195/min, respiratory rate is 36/min,
blood pressure is 85/40 mm Hg, and capillary refill time is less than
2 seconds. What is the child's most likely condition?
A. Septic shock
B. Hypovolemic shock
C. Significant bradycardia
D. Cardiogenic shock
Septic shock
,3. A 2-week-old infant presents with irritability and a history of poor
feeding. Blood pressure is 55/40 mm Hg. What term describes this
infant's blood pressure?
A. Hypotensive
B. Normal
C. Hypertensive
D. Compensated
Hypotensive
, 4. During a resuscitation attempt, the team leader orders an initial
dose of epinephrine at 0.1 mg/kg to be given 10. What should the
team member do?
A. Administer the drug as ordered
B. Administer 0.01 mg/kg of epinephrine
C. Respectfully ask the team leader to clarify the dose
D. Refuse to administer the drug
Respectfully ask the team leader to clarify the dose