#1
Which rhythm is considered shockable in cardiac arrest according to ACLS guidelines?
Asystole
Pulseless Electrical Activity (PEA)
Ventricular Fibrillation (VF)
Sinus Bradycardia
#2
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR according to ACLS guidelines?
50 compressions per minute
80 compressions per minute
100 compressions per minute
120 compressions per minute
#3
What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in adult CPR according to ACLS guidelines?
1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
2.5 inches (6.5 cm)
#4
Which of the following is a primary indication for the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)?
Stable bradycardia
Unresponsive patient with no pulse
Systolic blood pressure > 90 mmHg
Conscious patient with difficulty breathing
#5
Which of the following rhythms requires immediate defibrillation according to ACLS guidelines?
Atrial Fibrillation
Sinus Tachycardia
Ventricular Tachycardia with a pulse
Pulseless Ventricular Tachycardia
#6
What is the recommended compression depth for infant CPR according to ACLS guidelines?
1/2 inch (1.3 cm)
1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
#7
Which medication is commonly administered during ACLS for ventricular fibrillation and pulseless ventricular tachycardia?
Amiodarone
Aspirin
Naloxone
Epinephrine
#8
What does the acronym 'CAB' stand for in the context of CPR?
Chest compressions, Airway, Breathing
Compressions, Air, Blood flow
Circulation, Airway, Breathing
Check pulse, Assess airway, Begin compressions
#9
During CPR, what is the recommended compression-ventilation ratio for a lone rescuer in adults?
15 compressions to 2 ventilations
30 compressions to 2 ventilations
30 compressions to 1 ventilation
15 compressions to 1 ventilation
#10
Which of the following is a common side effect of administering epinephrine during ACLS?
Hypotension
Bradycardia
Hyperglycemia
Respiratory depression
#11
What is the first step in the management of a patient with suspected cardiac arrest?
Assess airway
Perform chest compressions
Administer epinephrine
Activate emergency response system
#12
What is the recommended dose of epinephrine for adults in cardiac arrest according to ACLS guidelines?
0.5 mg every 3-5 minutes
1 mg every 3-5 minutes
0.1 mg every 3-5 minutes
0.01 mg/kg every 3-5 minutes
#13
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for airway management during ACLS?
Bag-mask ventilation
Endotracheal intubation
Supraglottic airway insertion
Nasopharyngeal airway insertion
#14
What is the recommended compression rate for pediatric CPR according to ACLS guidelines?
60 compressions per minute
80 compressions per minute
100 compressions per minute
120 compressions per minute
#15
Which of the following medications is commonly used for the treatment of symptomatic bradycardia in ACLS?
Lidocaine
Adenosine
Atropine
Diltiazem
#16
Which of the following is a common complication associated with endotracheal intubation during ACLS?
Hypotension
Hypercapnia
Hypoxemia
Hypothermia
#17
Which of the following statements regarding the use of lidocaine in ACLS is true?
It is the drug of choice for treating ventricular fibrillation.
It is contraindicated in patients with wide-complex tachycardias of unknown etiology.
It is administered via intravenous push at a dose of 1 mg/kg.
It is used to increase myocardial contractility.