ACLS POST TEST EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026 VERIFIED.
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? - ANS Second degree
type II
Your patient is in cardiac arrest and has been intubated. To assess CPR quality, which should you
do? - ANS Monitor the patient's PetCO2
Which facility is the most appropriate EMS destination for a patient with sudden cardiac arrest
who achieved return a spontaneous circulation in the field? - ANS Coronary reperfusion-
capable medical center
Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an unresponsive patient? -
ANS Gasps
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? - ANS Second degree
atrioventricular (AV) block type I
To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you squeeze the bag? -
ANS Once every 5 to 6 seconds
In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm and monitor
correct placement of an endotracheal (ET) tube? - ANS Continuous waveform capnography
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, You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2 hours ago. The
CT scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient does not have any
contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment approach is best for this patient? -
ANS Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible
Which best describes this rhythm? - ANS Third-degree atrioventricular block
What is the recommended range from which a temperature should be selected and maintained
constantly to achieve targeted management after cardiac arrest? - ANS 32 degrees celsius to
36 degrees celsius
Which is the recommended first intravenous (IV) dose of amiodarone for a patient with
refractory ventricular fibrillation? - ANS 300mg
Which is the primary purpose of a medical emergency team or rapid response team? -
ANS Improving patient outcomes by identifying and treating early clinical deterioration
Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? - ANS Resume CPR,
starting with chest compressions
EMS providers are treating a patient with suspected stroke. According to the Adult Suspected
Stroke Algorithm, which critical action performed by the EMS team will expedite this patient's
care on arrival and reduce the time to treatment? - ANS Alert the hospital
A responder is caring for a patient with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF). The patient is
experiencing shortness of breath, a blood pressure (BP) of 68/50 mmHg, and a heart rate of
190/min. The patient's lead II ECG is displayed here. Which best characterizes this patient's
rhythm? - ANS Unstable supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)
Your rescue team arrives to find a 59-year-old man lying on the kitchen floor. You determine
that he is unresponsive. Which is the next step in your assessment and management of this
patient? - ANS Check the patient's breathing and pulse
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AND ANSWERS 2026 VERIFIED.
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? - ANS Second degree
type II
Your patient is in cardiac arrest and has been intubated. To assess CPR quality, which should you
do? - ANS Monitor the patient's PetCO2
Which facility is the most appropriate EMS destination for a patient with sudden cardiac arrest
who achieved return a spontaneous circulation in the field? - ANS Coronary reperfusion-
capable medical center
Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an unresponsive patient? -
ANS Gasps
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? - ANS Second degree
atrioventricular (AV) block type I
To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you squeeze the bag? -
ANS Once every 5 to 6 seconds
In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm and monitor
correct placement of an endotracheal (ET) tube? - ANS Continuous waveform capnography
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, You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2 hours ago. The
CT scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient does not have any
contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment approach is best for this patient? -
ANS Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible
Which best describes this rhythm? - ANS Third-degree atrioventricular block
What is the recommended range from which a temperature should be selected and maintained
constantly to achieve targeted management after cardiac arrest? - ANS 32 degrees celsius to
36 degrees celsius
Which is the recommended first intravenous (IV) dose of amiodarone for a patient with
refractory ventricular fibrillation? - ANS 300mg
Which is the primary purpose of a medical emergency team or rapid response team? -
ANS Improving patient outcomes by identifying and treating early clinical deterioration
Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? - ANS Resume CPR,
starting with chest compressions
EMS providers are treating a patient with suspected stroke. According to the Adult Suspected
Stroke Algorithm, which critical action performed by the EMS team will expedite this patient's
care on arrival and reduce the time to treatment? - ANS Alert the hospital
A responder is caring for a patient with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF). The patient is
experiencing shortness of breath, a blood pressure (BP) of 68/50 mmHg, and a heart rate of
190/min. The patient's lead II ECG is displayed here. Which best characterizes this patient's
rhythm? - ANS Unstable supraventricular tachycardia (SVT)
Your rescue team arrives to find a 59-year-old man lying on the kitchen floor. You determine
that he is unresponsive. Which is the next step in your assessment and management of this
patient? - ANS Check the patient's breathing and pulse
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