ACLS: PROMED 2024
Select the one syndrome listed below that is not a degree in the progression of coronary
artery occlusion. - answer Stable angina (SA)
Which of the following is used to categorize patients with suspected acute coronary
syndrome? - answer 12-lead ECG to determine if an ST-segment elevation MI is
present
The BLS Assessment places emphasis on early: - answer CPR and defibrillation
The first step in the PEA algorithm is defibrillation. - answer False - administer chest
compressions and oxygen first
Which of the following will providers be able to do after completing the ACLS course? -
answer Utilize the Basic Life Support Assessment
Provide effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Provide immediate post-cardiac arrest care
Recognize and initiate early management of ACS
All of the above
An AED has arrived at the scene. You turn it on and place the pads on the patient. The
AED doesn't promptly analyze the rhythm. You should: - answer Resume CPR
Vasopressin should only be given after the first dose of epinephrine in the asystole
pathway of the adult cardiac arrest algorithm. - answer False - combined use of
vasopressin and epinephrine is no longer recommended and vasopressin has been
removed from the Adult Cardiac Arrest Algorithm 2015 Update
In adult tachycardia without signs and symptoms of cardiovascular instability, if the QRS
complex is <0.12 seconds, vagal maneuvers are recommended to help slow the heart
rate. - answer True - vagal maneuvers are recommended, along with adenosine (if
regular rhythm) and b-blocker/Calcium channel blocker
PETCO2 is: - answer Monitored by capnography
Is the partial pressure of CO2 in exhaled air at the end of the exhalation phase
Is an effective way to monitor ventilation when performing endotracheal intubation
All of the above
Which of the following is indicated to minimize interruptions in chest compressions? -
answer Avoid prolonged rhythm analysis.
, Vasopressin is more effective than epinephrine in cardiac arrest. - answer False -
combined use of vasopressin and epinephrine is no longer recommended and
vasopressin has been removed from the Adult Cardiac Arrest Algorithm 2015 Update.
Which of following is not part of the H's and T's mnemonic of ACLS:
Tamponade
Tension pneumothorax
Thrombosis
Trauma - answer Trauma
Which of the following is NOT considered when classifying a tachyarrhythmia in ACLS?
Symptoms
Stability of the patient
Bundle branch block or not
Regularity of the rhythm - answer Bundle branch block or not
What is the initial treatment for bradycardia in ACLS? - answer Atropine
The Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS):
a. includes examination for arm drift, where the patient is asked to close eyes and
extend both arms out with palms up for 10 seconds
b. predicts a 72% probability of a stroke if 1 of the 3 abnormal signs is found
c. tests facial droop, where the patient is asked to smile
d. tests for abnormal speech, where you have patient say a complex sentence
e. All of the above - answer All of the above
What is the correct dosage of atropine in bradycardia? - answer 0.5 mg IV/IO
Which of the following is true of the cardiac arrest algorithm in ACLS?
PEA and asystole are shockable rhythms
The algorithm has two pathways - one for VF/pVT and one for PEA/Asystole
Epinephrine is given after each round of CPR
The first step in the algorithm is to check the rhythm to see if it is shockable - answer
The algorithm has two pathways - one for VF/pVT and one for PEA/Asystole
Presence of an implanted defibrillator is a contraindication to using an AED. - answer
False - use of an AED is fine, but attempt to not place the pad over the internal
defibrillator.
The Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider Course is designed for which of the
following?
Select the one syndrome listed below that is not a degree in the progression of coronary
artery occlusion. - answer Stable angina (SA)
Which of the following is used to categorize patients with suspected acute coronary
syndrome? - answer 12-lead ECG to determine if an ST-segment elevation MI is
present
The BLS Assessment places emphasis on early: - answer CPR and defibrillation
The first step in the PEA algorithm is defibrillation. - answer False - administer chest
compressions and oxygen first
Which of the following will providers be able to do after completing the ACLS course? -
answer Utilize the Basic Life Support Assessment
Provide effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Provide immediate post-cardiac arrest care
Recognize and initiate early management of ACS
All of the above
An AED has arrived at the scene. You turn it on and place the pads on the patient. The
AED doesn't promptly analyze the rhythm. You should: - answer Resume CPR
Vasopressin should only be given after the first dose of epinephrine in the asystole
pathway of the adult cardiac arrest algorithm. - answer False - combined use of
vasopressin and epinephrine is no longer recommended and vasopressin has been
removed from the Adult Cardiac Arrest Algorithm 2015 Update
In adult tachycardia without signs and symptoms of cardiovascular instability, if the QRS
complex is <0.12 seconds, vagal maneuvers are recommended to help slow the heart
rate. - answer True - vagal maneuvers are recommended, along with adenosine (if
regular rhythm) and b-blocker/Calcium channel blocker
PETCO2 is: - answer Monitored by capnography
Is the partial pressure of CO2 in exhaled air at the end of the exhalation phase
Is an effective way to monitor ventilation when performing endotracheal intubation
All of the above
Which of the following is indicated to minimize interruptions in chest compressions? -
answer Avoid prolonged rhythm analysis.
, Vasopressin is more effective than epinephrine in cardiac arrest. - answer False -
combined use of vasopressin and epinephrine is no longer recommended and
vasopressin has been removed from the Adult Cardiac Arrest Algorithm 2015 Update.
Which of following is not part of the H's and T's mnemonic of ACLS:
Tamponade
Tension pneumothorax
Thrombosis
Trauma - answer Trauma
Which of the following is NOT considered when classifying a tachyarrhythmia in ACLS?
Symptoms
Stability of the patient
Bundle branch block or not
Regularity of the rhythm - answer Bundle branch block or not
What is the initial treatment for bradycardia in ACLS? - answer Atropine
The Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale (CPSS):
a. includes examination for arm drift, where the patient is asked to close eyes and
extend both arms out with palms up for 10 seconds
b. predicts a 72% probability of a stroke if 1 of the 3 abnormal signs is found
c. tests facial droop, where the patient is asked to smile
d. tests for abnormal speech, where you have patient say a complex sentence
e. All of the above - answer All of the above
What is the correct dosage of atropine in bradycardia? - answer 0.5 mg IV/IO
Which of the following is true of the cardiac arrest algorithm in ACLS?
PEA and asystole are shockable rhythms
The algorithm has two pathways - one for VF/pVT and one for PEA/Asystole
Epinephrine is given after each round of CPR
The first step in the algorithm is to check the rhythm to see if it is shockable - answer
The algorithm has two pathways - one for VF/pVT and one for PEA/Asystole
Presence of an implanted defibrillator is a contraindication to using an AED. - answer
False - use of an AED is fine, but attempt to not place the pad over the internal
defibrillator.
The Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider Course is designed for which of the
following?
