ACLS Precourse Work
1. Lesson1: system of care. Which quality improvement component of sys-
tems of care best describes the capture and review of data related to resusci-
tation education, processes, and outcomes Ans: Measurement
2. Lesson1: system of care.Which one of the following is an interdependent
component of systems of care Ans: Structure
3. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation.What is an effect of excessive ventila-
tion Ans: decreased CO
4. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation. Which is the maximum interval you
should allow for an interruption in chest compressions Ans: 10 s
5. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation.Which is the recommended next step
after a defibrillation attempt Ans: Resume CPR, starting with chest
compressions
6. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation.How does complete chest recoil con-
tribute to effective CPR Ans: Allows maximum blood return to the heart
7. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.What is an advantage of a systematic ap-
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, proach to patient assessment Ans: Reduces the chances of missing important
signs and symptoms
8. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.What is the first step in the systematic
approach to patient assessment Ans: Initial impression
9. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.Which action is part of the Secondary
As- sessment of a conscious patient?Which action is part of the Secondary
Assessment of a conscious patient Ans: Formulate a differential diagnosis
10. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.Which is one of the H's and T's that
rep- resent a potentially reversible cause of cardiac arrest and other
emergency cardiopulmonary conditions Ans: Hypothermia
11. Lesson4: CPR Coach.What should be the primary focus of the CPR
Coach on a resuscitation team Ans: To ensure high-quality CPR
12. Lesson4: CPR Coach.The CPR Coach role can be blended into which of
the following roles Ans: The monitor/defibrillator
13. Lesson4: CPR Coach.Which of the following is a responsibility of the
CPR Coach Ans: Coordinating compressor switches
14. Lesson 5: High Quality BLS Part 1.What is the recommended
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1. Lesson1: system of care. Which quality improvement component of sys-
tems of care best describes the capture and review of data related to resusci-
tation education, processes, and outcomes Ans: Measurement
2. Lesson1: system of care.Which one of the following is an interdependent
component of systems of care Ans: Structure
3. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation.What is an effect of excessive ventila-
tion Ans: decreased CO
4. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation. Which is the maximum interval you
should allow for an interruption in chest compressions Ans: 10 s
5. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation.Which is the recommended next step
after a defibrillation attempt Ans: Resume CPR, starting with chest
compressions
6. Lesson2: Science of Resuscitation.How does complete chest recoil con-
tribute to effective CPR Ans: Allows maximum blood return to the heart
7. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.What is an advantage of a systematic ap-
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, proach to patient assessment Ans: Reduces the chances of missing important
signs and symptoms
8. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.What is the first step in the systematic
approach to patient assessment Ans: Initial impression
9. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.Which action is part of the Secondary
As- sessment of a conscious patient?Which action is part of the Secondary
Assessment of a conscious patient Ans: Formulate a differential diagnosis
10. Lesson3: Systematic Approach.Which is one of the H's and T's that
rep- resent a potentially reversible cause of cardiac arrest and other
emergency cardiopulmonary conditions Ans: Hypothermia
11. Lesson4: CPR Coach.What should be the primary focus of the CPR
Coach on a resuscitation team Ans: To ensure high-quality CPR
12. Lesson4: CPR Coach.The CPR Coach role can be blended into which of
the following roles Ans: The monitor/defibrillator
13. Lesson4: CPR Coach.Which of the following is a responsibility of the
CPR Coach Ans: Coordinating compressor switches
14. Lesson 5: High Quality BLS Part 1.What is the recommended
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