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Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Procedures Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is a primary component of Basic Life Support (BLS)?

Chest compressions
Explanation

Key component for circulation in BLS.

#2

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR according to the American Heart Association (AHA)?

120-150 compressions per minute
Explanation

Optimal compression rate for effective CPR.

#3

Which action is performed first in the BLS algorithm for a victim who is unresponsive and not breathing?

Activate emergency response system
Explanation

Critical step to initiate professional assistance.

#4

What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR according to the American Heart Association (AHA)?

30:2
Explanation

Optimal ratio for effective circulation and oxygenation during CPR.

#5

Which of the following is a primary objective of Basic Life Support (BLS)?

Restoring normal heart rhythm
Explanation

Key goal for resuscitation in BLS protocols.

#6

What is the recommended compression depth for pediatric CPR according to the American Heart Association (AHA)?

At least 1 inch (2.5 cm)
Explanation

Depth required for effective chest compressions in pediatric CPR.

#7

Which medication is commonly administered during Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for treating ventricular fibrillation (VF) or pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VT)?

Amiodarone
Explanation

Drug of choice for stabilizing cardiac rhythms in ACLS.

#8

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR according to the American Heart Association (AHA)?

At least 2 inches (5 cm)
Explanation

Depth required to adequately circulate blood during CPR.

#9

Which of the following is a potential complication of defibrillation?

Hypotension
Explanation

Possible adverse effect due to sudden restoration of cardiac rhythm.

#10

During ACLS, what is the recommended initial dose of epinephrine for an adult with cardiac arrest?

0.5 mg every 3-5 minutes
Explanation

Standard dose for enhancing myocardial contraction and perfusion.

#11

Which of the following rhythms requires immediate defibrillation according to ACLS guidelines?

Ventricular fibrillation
Explanation

Immediate intervention needed to restore normal rhythm and circulation.

#12

What is the recommended initial dose of amiodarone for ventricular fibrillation (VF) or pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VT) in ACLS?

300 mg IV bolus
Explanation

Initial dose for stabilizing cardiac rhythm in VF/VT.

#13

Which of the following rhythms is shockable according to the ACLS guidelines?

Ventricular fibrillation (VF)
Explanation

Rhythm requiring defibrillation for restoration of normal heart rhythm.

#14

Which of the following medications is often used to treat stable wide-complex tachycardia in ACLS?

Procainamide
Explanation

Common drug choice for rhythm control in stable tachycardia.

#15

Which of the following is an advanced airway adjunct used during ACLS for patients who are unable to maintain their airway?

Laryngeal mask airway (LMA)
Explanation

Device for securing an airway in unconscious patients during ACLS.

#16

In ACLS, which medication is used to treat suspected opioid overdose causing respiratory depression and decreased level of consciousness?

Naloxone
Explanation

Drug for reversing opioid effects and restoring respiratory drive.

#17

In ACLS, which medication is used for the treatment of refractory ventricular fibrillation (VF) or pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VT) after initial defibrillation attempts?

Amiodarone
Explanation

Drug for stabilizing cardiac rhythm in refractory VF/VT.

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