ACLS Exam Questions and Answers with Complete Solutions

What rhythm is most common following cardiac arrest in adults? - ANSWER-VF For adult patients with ROSC, targeted temperature management is recommended. What is the goal body temperature and length of time of cooling? - ANSWER-a. Begin at 32 to 36 degrees C (89.6-96.8 F) b. For 24 hours During CPR, waveform capnography is less than 10 mm Hg. What may improve this number? - ANSWER-Improve chest compressions If PETCO2 abruptly increases to a normal value of 35 - 40 mm Hg, what would you consider? - ANSWER-ROSC Synchronized cardioversion is the treatment of choice for what condition - ANSWER-Unstable tachycardia While you are performing synchronized cardioversion, the patient suddenly develops VF. What do you do? - ANSWER-Immediately attempt defibrillation How long should you check for a pulse? - ANSWER-At least 5 seconds but no longer than 10 If chest compressions must be interrupted, how long is the recommended limit - ANSWER-No longer than 10 seconds The first step in any emergency before patient assessment is to: - ANSWER-Rapidly verify scene safety For a patient in respiratory arrest with a pulse how often do you give a breath? - ANSWER-1 every 6 seconds (10 breaths/minute) For a patient in respiratory arrest with a pulse how often do you recheck the pulse - ANSWER-About every 2 minutes