AHA PALS Exam Test Questions With
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Graded A+
1. An alert 2-year-old child with an increased work of breathing and
pink color is being evaluated. Heart rate is 110/min, and
respiratory rate is 30/min. What would best describe this patient's
condition? A. Respiratory distress
1. B. Respiratory arrest
2. C. Respiratory failure
3. D. Disordered control of breathing - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer >
Respiratory distress
2. The parents of a 7-year-old child who is undergoing
chemotherapy report that the child has been febrile and has not
been feeling well, with recent onset of lethargy. Assessment
,eveals the following: The child is difficult to arouse, with pale
color. The child's heart rate is 160/min, respiratory rate is 30/min,
blood pressure is 76/45 mm Hg, capillary refill time is 5 to 6
seconds, and temperature is 103°F (39.4°C). What is the most
appropriate intervention?
A. Obtain vascular access and administer 20 mL/kg of isotonic
crystalloid over 30 minutes
B. Obtain vascular access and administer 20 mL/kg of isotonic
crystalloid over 5 to 10 minutes
C. Obtain immediate blood cultures and chest x-ray D. Obtain
expert consultation with an oncologist to determine the
chemotherapeutic regimen - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Obtain
vascular access and administer 20 mL/kg of isotonic
crystalloid over 5 to 10 minutes
,3. A 2-year-old child presents with a 4-day history of vomiting.
The initial impression reveals an unresponsive child with
intermittent apnea and mottled color. Heart rate is 166/min,
respiratory rate is now being supported with bag-mask
ventilation, capillary refill time is 5 to 6 seconds, and temperature
is 102°F (38.9°C). What is the best method of establishing
immediate vascular access? A. Two providers may attempt
peripheral vascular access twice each
4. B. Three providers may attempt peripheral vascular access once
each
5. C. Place a central venous line
6. D. Place an intraosseous line - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Place an
intraosseous line
4. What is the appropriate fluid bolus to administer for a child with
hypovolemic shock with adequate myocardial function?
, A. 10 mL/kg normal saline
B. 20 mL/kg of 5% dextrose and 0.2% sodium chloride
C. 20 mL/kg normal saline
D. 10 mL/kg lactated Ringer's - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 20
mL/kg normal saline
5. An alert toddler presents with a barking cough, moderate
stridor, and moderate retractions. The child's color is pink. What
is the most appropriate initial intervention?
A. Obtain a chest radiograph
B. Administer nebulized epinephrine
C. Prepare for a surgical airway
D. Use an epinephrine autoinjector - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer >
Administer nebulized epinephrine
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Graded A+
1. An alert 2-year-old child with an increased work of breathing and
pink color is being evaluated. Heart rate is 110/min, and
respiratory rate is 30/min. What would best describe this patient's
condition? A. Respiratory distress
1. B. Respiratory arrest
2. C. Respiratory failure
3. D. Disordered control of breathing - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer >
Respiratory distress
2. The parents of a 7-year-old child who is undergoing
chemotherapy report that the child has been febrile and has not
been feeling well, with recent onset of lethargy. Assessment
,eveals the following: The child is difficult to arouse, with pale
color. The child's heart rate is 160/min, respiratory rate is 30/min,
blood pressure is 76/45 mm Hg, capillary refill time is 5 to 6
seconds, and temperature is 103°F (39.4°C). What is the most
appropriate intervention?
A. Obtain vascular access and administer 20 mL/kg of isotonic
crystalloid over 30 minutes
B. Obtain vascular access and administer 20 mL/kg of isotonic
crystalloid over 5 to 10 minutes
C. Obtain immediate blood cultures and chest x-ray D. Obtain
expert consultation with an oncologist to determine the
chemotherapeutic regimen - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Obtain
vascular access and administer 20 mL/kg of isotonic
crystalloid over 5 to 10 minutes
,3. A 2-year-old child presents with a 4-day history of vomiting.
The initial impression reveals an unresponsive child with
intermittent apnea and mottled color. Heart rate is 166/min,
respiratory rate is now being supported with bag-mask
ventilation, capillary refill time is 5 to 6 seconds, and temperature
is 102°F (38.9°C). What is the best method of establishing
immediate vascular access? A. Two providers may attempt
peripheral vascular access twice each
4. B. Three providers may attempt peripheral vascular access once
each
5. C. Place a central venous line
6. D. Place an intraosseous line - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Place an
intraosseous line
4. What is the appropriate fluid bolus to administer for a child with
hypovolemic shock with adequate myocardial function?
, A. 10 mL/kg normal saline
B. 20 mL/kg of 5% dextrose and 0.2% sodium chloride
C. 20 mL/kg normal saline
D. 10 mL/kg lactated Ringer's - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 20
mL/kg normal saline
5. An alert toddler presents with a barking cough, moderate
stridor, and moderate retractions. The child's color is pink. What
is the most appropriate initial intervention?
A. Obtain a chest radiograph
B. Administer nebulized epinephrine
C. Prepare for a surgical airway
D. Use an epinephrine autoinjector - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer >
Administer nebulized epinephrine
