ACLS Exam Questions and Top Accurate Answers

What are the H's of Cardiac Arrest? - ANSWER-Hypovolemia Hypoxia Hydrogen Ion (Acidosis) Hyper/Hypokalemia Hypothermia Hypoglycemia What are the T's of Cardiac Arrest - ANSWER-Toxins (Overdose) Tamponade (Cardiac) Tension Pneumothorax Trauma Thrombosis How do you manage a V-Fib/Pulseless V-Tach Arrest? - ANSWER-If Witnessed, Defibrilate ASAP If Un-Witnessed, CPR for 5 Cycles/2 Minutes Defibrillate at Manufacturer's Recommendation Establish IV/IO ASAP Epinephrine 1mg IVP ASAP, q 3-5 mins Amiodarone (LAC Anti-Dysrhythmic) 300 mg IVP, repeat with 150mg IVP 5 mins later, max dose = 450mg Check Rhythm/Pulse Every 2 Mins, Defib if Possible Consider ET when everything else is done, CPR being done What is C.L.I.D.E.? What is it used for? - ANSWER-Used for Cardiac Arrest Compressions Leads (4-Leads/Pads) IV/IO Access Dextrose Check