AHA ACLS WRITTEN EXAM ACTUAL EXAM 2026 |
ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(ALREADY GRADED A+) | LATEST UPDATE
1. During your assessment, your patient suddenly loses
consciousness. After calling for help and determining that
the patient is not breathing, you are unsure whether the
patient has a pulse. What is your next action?
A. Leave and get an AED.
B. Begin chest compressions.
C. Deliver 2 quick ventilations.
D. Check the patient's mouth for the presence of a foreign
body.
Correct Answer: B. Begin chest compressions.
Rationale:
When an adult patient is unresponsive and not breathing
normally, if a pulse cannot be definitely identified within the
recommended pulse-check interval, the rescuer should
immediately begin high-quality chest compressions. Delaying
CPR while repeatedly attempting to locate a pulse can reduce
coronary and cerebral perfusion and worsen outcomes. Early
chest compressions are essential to maintain circulation until
an AED or defibrillator can assess and treat the rhythm.
, 2. How long should it take to perform a pulse check during
the BLS survey?
A. 1 to 5 seconds.
B. 5 to 10 seconds.
C. 10 to 15 seconds.
D. 15 to 20 seconds.
Correct Answer: B. 5 to 10 seconds.
Rationale:
A pulse check should be performed for 5 to 10 seconds. The
rescuer should simultaneously assess for normal breathing. If
a definite pulse is not felt within this interval, CPR should be
initiated promptly. Limiting the pulse check prevents
unnecessary interruptions in chest compressions and
minimizes delays in treatment.
3. What is the recommended compression rate for
performing CPR?
A. 60 to 80 per minute.
B. 80 to 100 per minute.
ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(ALREADY GRADED A+) | LATEST UPDATE
1. During your assessment, your patient suddenly loses
consciousness. After calling for help and determining that
the patient is not breathing, you are unsure whether the
patient has a pulse. What is your next action?
A. Leave and get an AED.
B. Begin chest compressions.
C. Deliver 2 quick ventilations.
D. Check the patient's mouth for the presence of a foreign
body.
Correct Answer: B. Begin chest compressions.
Rationale:
When an adult patient is unresponsive and not breathing
normally, if a pulse cannot be definitely identified within the
recommended pulse-check interval, the rescuer should
immediately begin high-quality chest compressions. Delaying
CPR while repeatedly attempting to locate a pulse can reduce
coronary and cerebral perfusion and worsen outcomes. Early
chest compressions are essential to maintain circulation until
an AED or defibrillator can assess and treat the rhythm.
, 2. How long should it take to perform a pulse check during
the BLS survey?
A. 1 to 5 seconds.
B. 5 to 10 seconds.
C. 10 to 15 seconds.
D. 15 to 20 seconds.
Correct Answer: B. 5 to 10 seconds.
Rationale:
A pulse check should be performed for 5 to 10 seconds. The
rescuer should simultaneously assess for normal breathing. If
a definite pulse is not felt within this interval, CPR should be
initiated promptly. Limiting the pulse check prevents
unnecessary interruptions in chest compressions and
minimizes delays in treatment.
3. What is the recommended compression rate for
performing CPR?
A. 60 to 80 per minute.
B. 80 to 100 per minute.
