ACLS Pretest Questions
Question:
The patient suddenly becomes unconscious and has a weak carotid pulse.Cardiac monitoring, supplementary oxygen, and an IV have been initiated.The code cart with all the drugs and a transcutaneous pacer are immediately available. Next you would?
Answer:
Give atropine 0.5 mg IV.
Question:
You arrive on the scene to find CPR in progress. Nursing staff report that the patient was recovering from a pulmonary embolism and suddenly collapsed.There is no pulse or spontaneous respirations. High-quality CPR and effective bag-mask ventilation are being provided. An IV has been initiated. What would you do now?
Answer:
Give epinephrine 1 mg IV.
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Question:
Following resuscitation with CPR and a single shock, you observe this rhythm while preparing the patient for transport. Your patient is stable, and blood pressure is 120/80 mg Hg. She is apprehensive but has no symptoms other than palpitations. At this time you would?
Answer:
Seek expert consultation
Question:
Please identify the rhythm by selecting the best single answer.
Answer:
Sinus Bradycardia
Question:
A patient with possible ST-segment elevation MI has ongoing chest discomfort. Which of the following would be a contraindication to the administration of nitrates?
Answer:
Use of phosphodiesterase inhibitor within 12 hours.
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Question:
Please identify the rhythm by selecting the best single answer.
Answer:
Reentry supraventricular tachycardia
Question:
Please identify the rhythm by selecting the best single answer.
Answer:
Second-degree AV block (Mobitz II block)
Question:
Please identify the rhythm by selecting the best single answer.
Answer:
Agonal rhythm/asystole
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