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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Exam A
(50 questions)
Please do not mark on this exam. Record the best answer on the separate answer sheet.
1. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?
A. First-degree
B. Second-degree type I
C. Second-degree type II
D. Third-degree
2. Your patient is in cardiac arrest and has been intubated. To assess CPR quality, which should you
do?
A. Monitor the patient’s PETCO2
B. Obtain a 12-lead ECG
C. Check the patient’s pulse
D. Obtain a chest x-ray
3. Which facility is the most appropriate EMS destination for a patient with sudden cardiac arrest who
achieved return of spontaneous circulation in the field?
A. Comprehensive stroke care unit
B. Acute rehabilitation care unit
C. Acute long-term care unit
D. Coronary reperfusion–capable medical center
4. Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an unresponsive patient?
A. Slow, weak pulse rate
B. Cyanosis
C. Agonal gasps
D. Irregular, weak pulse rate
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5. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?
A. Third-degree atrioventricular block
B. Second-degree atrioventricular block type I
C. First-degree atrioventricular block
D. Second-degree atrioventricular block type II
6. To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you squeeze the bag?
A. Once every 3 to 4 seconds
B. Once every 5 to 6 seconds
C. Once every 10 seconds
D. Once every 12 seconds
7. In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm and monitor correct
placement of an endotracheal tube?
A. Arterial blood gases
B. Chest radiography
C. Continuous waveform capnography
D. Hemoglobin levels
8. 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?
A. Hold fibrinolytic therapy for 24 hours
B. Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible
C. Order an echocardiogram before fibrinolytic administration
D. Wait for the results of the MRI
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American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular
Life Support
Exams A and B
Student Answer Sheet
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Exam
Name: Date: Version:
Question Answer
1. A B C D
2. A B C D
3. A B C D
4. A B C D
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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Exam A
(50 questions)
Please do not mark on this exam. Record the best answer on the separate answer sheet.
1. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?
A. First-degree
B. Second-degree type I
C. Second-degree type II
D. Third-degree
2. Your patient is in cardiac arrest and has been intubated. To assess CPR quality, which should you
do?
A. Monitor the patient’s PETCO2
B. Obtain a 12-lead ECG
C. Check the patient’s pulse
D. Obtain a chest x-ray
3. Which facility is the most appropriate EMS destination for a patient with sudden cardiac arrest who
achieved return of spontaneous circulation in the field?
A. Comprehensive stroke care unit
B. Acute rehabilitation care unit
C. Acute long-term care unit
D. Coronary reperfusion–capable medical center
4. Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an unresponsive patient?
A. Slow, weak pulse rate
B. Cyanosis
C. Agonal gasps
D. Irregular, weak pulse rate
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5. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?
A. Third-degree atrioventricular block
B. Second-degree atrioventricular block type I
C. First-degree atrioventricular block
D. Second-degree atrioventricular block type II
6. To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you squeeze the bag?
A. Once every 3 to 4 seconds
B. Once every 5 to 6 seconds
C. Once every 10 seconds
D. Once every 12 seconds
7. In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm and monitor correct
placement of an endotracheal tube?
A. Arterial blood gases
B. Chest radiography
C. Continuous waveform capnography
D. Hemoglobin levels
8. 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?
A. Hold fibrinolytic therapy for 24 hours
B. Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible
C. Order an echocardiogram before fibrinolytic administration
D. Wait for the results of the MRI
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