AMLS (ADVANCED MEDICAL
LIFE SUPPORT) QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS STUDY GUIDE 2024
• Which is the primary assessment tool used to identify life-threatening conditions in a
patient?
• A. Focused History
• B. Primary Survey
• C. Secondary Survey
• D. Detailed Physical Exam
• Answer: B
• What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure in an adult?
• A. 90-120 mmHg
• B. 80-100 mmHg
• C. 100-140 mmHg
• D. 110-130 mmHg
• Answer: A
• Which of the following is a sign of hypoperfusion?
• A. Warm, dry skin
• B. Clear lung sounds
• C. Delayed capillary refill
• D. Normal blood pressure
• Answer: C
• What is the recommended initial fluid bolus for an adult patient in hypovolemic
shock?
• A. 250 mL
• B. 500 mL
• C. 1 L
• D. 2 L
• Answer: C
• Which rhythm is commonly associated with cardiac arrest?
• A. Atrial Fibrillation
• B. Ventricular Fibrillation
• C. Sinus Bradycardia
• D. Supraventricular Tachycardia
• Answer: B
, • Which medication is commonly used for the treatment of acute coronary syndrome?
• A. Atropine
• B. Nitroglycerin
• C. Epinephrine
• D. Amiodarone
• Answer: B
• What is the first step in the management of a patient with suspected stroke?
• A. Administer aspirin
• B. Perform a CT scan
• C. Start an IV line
• D. Check blood glucose level
• Answer: D
• Which of the following is a contraindication for nitroglycerin administration?
• A. Chest pain
• B. Hypertension
• C. Recent use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors
• D. Tachycardia
• Answer: C
• What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in adults?
• A. Respiratory failure
• B. Trauma
• C. Coronary artery disease
• D. Electrolyte imbalance
• Answer: C
• Which of the following is an early sign of hypoxia?
• A. Cyanosis
• B. Altered mental status
• C. Bradycardia
• D. Hypertension
• Answer: B
• Which medication is indicated for the treatment of anaphylaxis?
• A. Atropine
• B. Epinephrine
• C. Nitroglycerin
• D. Lidocaine
• Answer: B
• Which cardiac rhythm requires immediate defibrillation?
LIFE SUPPORT) QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS STUDY GUIDE 2024
• Which is the primary assessment tool used to identify life-threatening conditions in a
patient?
• A. Focused History
• B. Primary Survey
• C. Secondary Survey
• D. Detailed Physical Exam
• Answer: B
• What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure in an adult?
• A. 90-120 mmHg
• B. 80-100 mmHg
• C. 100-140 mmHg
• D. 110-130 mmHg
• Answer: A
• Which of the following is a sign of hypoperfusion?
• A. Warm, dry skin
• B. Clear lung sounds
• C. Delayed capillary refill
• D. Normal blood pressure
• Answer: C
• What is the recommended initial fluid bolus for an adult patient in hypovolemic
shock?
• A. 250 mL
• B. 500 mL
• C. 1 L
• D. 2 L
• Answer: C
• Which rhythm is commonly associated with cardiac arrest?
• A. Atrial Fibrillation
• B. Ventricular Fibrillation
• C. Sinus Bradycardia
• D. Supraventricular Tachycardia
• Answer: B
, • Which medication is commonly used for the treatment of acute coronary syndrome?
• A. Atropine
• B. Nitroglycerin
• C. Epinephrine
• D. Amiodarone
• Answer: B
• What is the first step in the management of a patient with suspected stroke?
• A. Administer aspirin
• B. Perform a CT scan
• C. Start an IV line
• D. Check blood glucose level
• Answer: D
• Which of the following is a contraindication for nitroglycerin administration?
• A. Chest pain
• B. Hypertension
• C. Recent use of phosphodiesterase inhibitors
• D. Tachycardia
• Answer: C
• What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in adults?
• A. Respiratory failure
• B. Trauma
• C. Coronary artery disease
• D. Electrolyte imbalance
• Answer: C
• Which of the following is an early sign of hypoxia?
• A. Cyanosis
• B. Altered mental status
• C. Bradycardia
• D. Hypertension
• Answer: B
• Which medication is indicated for the treatment of anaphylaxis?
• A. Atropine
• B. Epinephrine
• C. Nitroglycerin
• D. Lidocaine
• Answer: B
• Which cardiac rhythm requires immediate defibrillation?
