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RCIS CCI Practice Exam #10 questions with correct answers The antagonists for morphine, demerol, or fentanyl would be considered? -Correct Answer-naloxone (narcan) Which of the following descriptions would best describe cardiac catheterization? -Correct Answer-the insertion and passage of a small plastic cath into one of the arteries to the heart The CCL (cardiac catheterization laboratory) staff needs to be certified in which of the following? -Correct Answer-ACLS PALS BLS Of the fo...

ACLS Final Exam Prep| Questions and Verified Answers (2023/ 2024 Update) Q: If no advanced airway is in place, what is the ratio of chest compressions to ventilations? Answer: 30:2 Q: Shock energy that should be used on a biphasic machine for defibrillation Answer: 120-200 J, if recommended setting not known, use maximum available Q: Shock energy that should be used on a monophasic machine for defibrillation Answer: 360J Q: In the setting of cardiac arre...

ACLS Written Exam (2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers Q: For the past 25 minutes, an EMS crew has attempted resuscitation of a patient who originally presented in ventricular fibrillation. After the first shock, the ECG screen displayed asystole, which has persisted despite 2 doses of epinephrine, a fluid bolus, and high-quality CPR. What is your next treatment? Answer: Consider terminating resuscitive efforts after consulting medical control. Q: Which is a safe an...

ACLS Certification Exam (2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers Q: 100% oxygen is acceptable for early intervention but not for extended periods of time. Answer: True Q: In a suspected acute stroke individual, you must always immediately obtain IV access. Answer: False Q: There is never a pulse associated with VF; therefore, you should follow the PEA algorithm with individuals in VF. Answer: False Q: If the AED advises no shock, you should sti...

ACLS Final Exam (2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and Verified Answers Q: Assessment of a patient reveals an ETCO2 level of 55 mmHg and an arterial oxygen saturation (SaO2) level of 88%. The provider would interpret these findings as indicative of which condition? Respiratory failure Respiratory arrest Cardiac arrest Respiratory distress Answer: Respiratory failure An SaO2 level of less than 90% (PaO2 of less than 50 mmHg) accompanied by ETCO2 values greater than 50 mmHg is indicat...

Review Questions and Answers RQI 2025 ACLS Final Exam What is the primary purpose of the CPR coach on a resuscitation team? - CORRECT ANSWER-increasing CPR quality What is the most common type of stroke? - CORRECT ANSWER-ischemic stroke What is a contraindication to the administration of aspirin for the management of a pt with acute coronary syndromes? - CORRECT ANSWER-recent gastrointestinal bleeding What blood component is acted upon by aspirin administration during the management ...

ACLS Certification Exam (2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and 100% Correct Verified Answers QUESTION Antiarrhythmic drugs to consider for persistent VF/pulseless VT include all of the following EXCEPT: A) Lidocaine B) Amiodarone C) Atropine D) Magnesium Answer: INCORRECT: Lidocaine, Magnesium QUESTION Bradycardia is defined as any rhythm disorder with a heart rate less than: A) 50 beats per minute B) 60 beats per minute C) 70 beats per minute D) 40 beats per...

ACLS Final Exam (2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and 100% Correct Verified Answers QUESTION A patient enters the emergency department in respiratory compromise. The team is monitoring the patient using capnography and identifies that ETCO2 levels are initially 33 mmHg and later 40 mmHg. From these readings, the team identifies that the patient is progressing in what stage of respiratory compromise? Respiratory arrest Respiratory failure Respiratory distress Respiratory acidosis ...

ACLS Written Exam (2023/ 2024 Update) Questions and 100% Correct Verified Answers QUESTION You are receiving a radio report from an EMS team en route with a patient who may be having an acute stroke. The hospital CT scanner is not working at this time. What should you do in this situation? Answer: Divert the patient to a hospital 15 minutes away with CT capabilities. QUESTION Choose an appropriate indication to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts. Answer: Evid...

Review Questions and Answers RQI 2025 ACLS Final Exam What is the primary purpose of the CPR coach on a resuscitation team? - CORRECT ANSWER-increasing CPR quality What is the most common type of stroke? - CORRECT ANSWER-ischemic stroke What is a contraindication to the administration of aspirin for the management of a pt with acute coronary syndromes? - CORRECT ANSWER-recent gastrointestinal bleeding What blood component is acted upon by aspirin administration during the management ...