AHA PALS 2026 Exam Review (Latest 2026/2027 Update) Questions with Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Already Graded A+

AHA PALS 2026 Exam Review
(Latest 2026/2027 Update)
Questions with Verified Answers |
100% Correct | Already Graded A+
Question:
1. A 5-year-old child presents with lethargy, increased work of breathing,
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and pale color. The primary assessment reveals that the airway is open
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and the respiratory rate is 30/min, with crackles heard on auscultation.
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The cardiac monitor shows sinus tachycardia at a rate of 165/min. The
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pulse oximeter displays an oxygen saturation of 95% and a pulse rate of
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93/min. On the basis of this information, which of the following provides
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the best interpretation of the oxygen saturation of 95% by pulse
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oximetry? i,-




A. Reliable; no supplementary oxygen is indicated B. Reliable;
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C. Unreliable; no supplementary oxygen is indicated
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D. Unreliable; supplementary oxygen should be administered?
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Answer:
Unreliable; supplementary oxygen should be administered
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,Question:
2. A 3-year-old child was recently diagnosed with leukemia and has been
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treated with chemotherapy. The child presents with lethargy and a high
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fever. Heart rate is 195/min, respiratory rate is 36/min, blood pressure is
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85/40 mm Hg, and capillary refill time is less than 2 seconds. What is the
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child's most likely condition?
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A. Septic shock
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B. Hypovolemic shock
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C. Significant bradycardia
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D. Cardiogenic shock?
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Answer:
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Question:
3. A 2-week-old infant presents with irritability and a history of poor
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feeding. Blood pressure is 55/40 mm Hg. What term describes this infant's
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blood pressure?i,- i,-




A. Hypotensive
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B. Normal
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C. Hypertensive
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D. Compensated?
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Answer:
Hypotensive

,Question:

4. During a resuscitation attempt, the team leader orders an initial dose of
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epinephrine at 0.1 mg/kg to be given 10. What should the team member
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A. Administer the drug as ordered
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B. Administer 0.01 mg/kg of epinephrine
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C. Respectfully ask the team leader to clarify the dose
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D. Refuse to administer the drug?
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Answer:
Respectfully ask the team leader to clarify the dose
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Question:

5. Which of the following is a characteristic of respiratory failure?
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A. Inadequate oxygenation and/or ventilation
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B. Hypotension
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C. An increase in serum pH (alkalosis)
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D. Abnormal respiratory sounds?
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Answer:

Inadequate oxygenation and/or ventilation
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, Question:
6. Which of the following is most likely to produce a prolonged expiratory
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A. Disordered control of breathing
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B. Hypovolemic shock
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C. Lower airway obstruction
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D. Upper airway obstruction?
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Answer:

Lower airway obstruction
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Question:
7. A 4-year-old child presents with seizures and irregular respirations. The
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seizures stopped a few minutes ago. Which of the following most likely to
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be abnormal?
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A. Vascular resistance
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B. Pulse rate
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C. Lung compliance
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D. Control of breathing?
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Answer:

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