#1
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR during advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)?
30:2
Explanation30 chest compressions to 2 ventilations ratio for adult CPR in ACLS.
#2
What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in adult CPR according to ACLS guidelines?
At least 2 inches (5 cm)
ExplanationRecommended depth: at least 2 inches (5 cm) for adult CPR in ACLS.
#3
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR during ACLS?
120-140 compressions per minute
ExplanationRecommended rate: 120-140 compressions per minute for adult CPR in ACLS.
#4
What is the recommended compression depth for pediatric CPR during ACLS?
At least 1 inch (2.5 cm)
ExplanationRecommended depth: at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) for pediatric CPR in ACLS.
#5
What is the first step in the ACLS algorithm for managing adult cardiac arrest?
Recognition of cardiac arrest
ExplanationFirst step: recognition of cardiac arrest in the ACLS algorithm.
#6
Which medication is typically administered first during cardiac arrest in ACLS?
Epinephrine
ExplanationEpinephrine is the initial medication given during cardiac arrest in ACLS.
#7
What does the term 'ROSC' stand for in the context of ACLS?
Return of Spontaneous Circulation
ExplanationROSC refers to the return of spontaneous circulation in ACLS.
#8
What is the correct sequence of actions in the ACLS algorithm for ventricular fibrillation (VF) or pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VT)?
Defibrillation, chest compressions, IV/IO access, advanced airway
ExplanationSequence: defibrillation, chest compressions, IV/IO access, advanced airway management.
#9
Which rhythm is treated with unsynchronized cardioversion during ACLS?
Ventricular fibrillation
ExplanationVentricular fibrillation is treated with unsynchronized cardioversion.
#10
Which of the following is a common reversible cause of cardiac arrest treated during ACLS?
Hypovolemia
ExplanationHypovolemia is a common reversible cause of cardiac arrest treated in ACLS.
#11
In ACLS, what is the purpose of administering atropine?
To increase heart rate
ExplanationAtropine is administered in ACLS to increase heart rate.
#12
Which medication is used as an antiarrhythmic agent in ACLS for shock-refractory ventricular fibrillation?
Amiodarone
ExplanationAmiodarone is used as an antiarrhythmic agent for shock-refractory ventricular fibrillation.
#13
What is the recommended dose of epinephrine for adult cardiac arrest during ACLS?
1 mg
ExplanationRecommended dose: 1 mg of epinephrine for adult cardiac arrest in ACLS.
#14
What is the recommended initial energy setting for biphasic defibrillation in adult ACLS?
200 joules
ExplanationInitial energy setting: 200 joules for biphasic defibrillation in adult ACLS.
#15
During ACLS, what is the recommended dose of amiodarone for refractory ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia?
300 mg
ExplanationRecommended dose: 300 mg of amiodarone for refractory VF or pulseless VT in ACLS.
#16
What is the recommended dose of epinephrine for pediatric cardiac arrest during ACLS?
0.01 mg/kg
ExplanationRecommended dose: 0.01 mg/kg of epinephrine for pediatric cardiac arrest in ACLS.
#17
What is the recommended initial dose of atropine for symptomatic bradycardia in ACLS?
1 mg
ExplanationRecommended initial dose: 1 mg of atropine for symptomatic bradycardia in ACLS.
#18
What is the recommended dose of adenosine for treating stable narrow-complex supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) in ACLS?
6 mg
ExplanationRecommended dose: 6 mg of adenosine for treating stable SVT in ACLS.