ACLS CERTIFICATION EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE|ALREADY GRADED A+|
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ACLS CERTIFICATION EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE|ALREADY GRADED A+|
Any organized rhythm without a pulse is defined as pulseless electrical activity (PEA). True
Synchronized cardioversion is appropriate for treating an unknown wide complex tachycardia.
True
The aorta is the wall that...
ACLS CERTIFICATION EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE|ALREADY GRADED A+|
Any organized rhythm without a pulse is defined as pulseless electrical activity (PEA). ✔✔True
Synchronized cardioversion is appropriate for treating an unknown wide complex tachycardia.
✔✔True
The aorta is the wall that separates the ventricles of the heart. ✔✔False
The most effective treatment for ventricular fibrillation is defibrillation. ✔✔True
An individual should be cleared-Ñ prior to a shock only when convenient. ✔✔False
PEA and asystole are considered non-shockable rhythms and follow the same ACLS algorithm.
✔✔True
Transcutaneous pacing should be used on an individual with bradycardia and inadequate
perfusion if atropine is ineffective and the individual is exhibiting severe symptoms. ✔✔True
,Low blood pressure may be an indication of hemodynamic instability. ✔✔True
Urgent defibrillation is essential for survival in the management of acute strokes. ✔✔False
Fibrinolytic therapy within three hours (in some cases 4.5 hours) of first onset of symptoms is
the standard when treating ischemic stroke. ✔✔True
100% oxygen is acceptable for early intervention but not for extended periods of time. ✔✔True
In a suspected acute stroke individual, you must always immediately obtain IV access. ✔✔False
There is never a pulse associated with VF; therefore, you should follow the PEA algorithm with
individuals in VF. ✔✔False
If the AED advises no shock, you should still defibrillate because defibrillation often restarts the
heart with no pulse. ✔✔False
, If transcutaneous pacing fails, there are no other options to consider. ✔✔False
Medication is the only treatment for an unstable tachycardic individual. ✔✔False
For an individiual in respiratory arrest with a pulse, how often should they be ventilated?
A) Give two breaths every 8 to 9 seconds, or 13 to 15 breaths per minute.
B) Give one breath every 5 to 6 seconds, or 10 to 12 breaths per minute.
C) Give one breath every 3 to 4 seconds, or 15 to 20 breaths per minute.
D) Give one breath every 8 to 9 seconds, or 6 to 8 breaths per minute. ✔✔B) Give one breath
every 5 to 6 seconds, or 10 to 12 breaths per minute.
Which item is NOT a basic airway skill?
A) Placement of endotracheal tube (ET tube)
B) Bag-mask ventilation
C) Jaw-thrust maneuver without head extension
D) Head-tilt-chin-lift maneuver ✔✔A) Placement of endotracheal tube (ET tube)
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