ACLS TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? -
Correct answer Second degree type II
Your patient is in cardiac arrest and has been intubated. To assess CPR
quality, which should you do? - Correct answer 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? - Correct answer Coronary reperfusion-capable medical center
Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an
unresponsive patient? - Correct answer Cyanosis
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? -
Correct answer Second degree atrioventricular (AV) block type I
To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you
squeeze the bag? - Correct answer 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? -
Correct answer Continuous waveform capnography
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? - Correct
answer Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible
Which best describes this rhythm? - Correct answer 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? - Correct answer 32 degrees celsius to 36 degrees celsius
, Which is the recommended first intravenous (IV) dose of amiodarone for a
patient with refractory ventricular fibrillation? - Correct answer 300mg
Which is the primary purpose of a medical emergency team or rapid
response team? - Correct answer Improving patient outcomes by
identifying and treating early clinical deterioration
Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? -
Correct answer 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? - Correct answer 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? - Correct
answer 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? - Correct answer Check the
patient's breathing and pulse
Which best describes the length of time it should take to perform a pulse
check during the BLS Assessment? - Correct answer 5 to 10 seconds
You instruct a team member to give 0.5 mg atropine IV. Which response is
an example of closed-loop communication? - Correct answer "I'll draw up
0.5 mg of atropine."
What is an effect of excessive ventilation? - Correct answer Decreased
cardiac output
If a team member is about to make a mistake during a resuscitation
attempt, which best describes the action that the team leader or other team
members should take? - Correct answer Address the team member
immediately
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? -
Correct answer Second degree type II
Your patient is in cardiac arrest and has been intubated. To assess CPR
quality, which should you do? - Correct answer 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? - Correct answer Coronary reperfusion-capable medical center
Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an
unresponsive patient? - Correct answer Cyanosis
Which type of atrioventricular (AV) block best describes this rhythm? -
Correct answer Second degree atrioventricular (AV) block type I
To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you
squeeze the bag? - Correct answer 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? -
Correct answer Continuous waveform capnography
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? - Correct
answer Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible
Which best describes this rhythm? - Correct answer 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? - Correct answer 32 degrees celsius to 36 degrees celsius
, Which is the recommended first intravenous (IV) dose of amiodarone for a
patient with refractory ventricular fibrillation? - Correct answer 300mg
Which is the primary purpose of a medical emergency team or rapid
response team? - Correct answer Improving patient outcomes by
identifying and treating early clinical deterioration
Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt? -
Correct answer 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? - Correct answer 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? - Correct
answer 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? - Correct answer Check the
patient's breathing and pulse
Which best describes the length of time it should take to perform a pulse
check during the BLS Assessment? - Correct answer 5 to 10 seconds
You instruct a team member to give 0.5 mg atropine IV. Which response is
an example of closed-loop communication? - Correct answer "I'll draw up
0.5 mg of atropine."
What is an effect of excessive ventilation? - Correct answer Decreased
cardiac output
If a team member is about to make a mistake during a resuscitation
attempt, which best describes the action that the team leader or other team
members should take? - Correct answer Address the team member
immediately
