Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Quiz

Test your knowledge on CPR, ACLS, compression rates, drug therapies, and more. Get ready to save lives with this quiz!

#1

What does CPR stand for?

Cardiopulmonary Recovery
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiac Pump Rejuvenation
Circulatory Pulse Restoration
#2

Which of the following is NOT a primary step in CPR?

Checking for responsiveness
Opening the airway
Applying an AED
Checking for breathing
#3

What is the compression to ventilation ratio for adult CPR?

30:1
15:2
10:1
5:1
#4

Which of the following is a common cause of sudden cardiac arrest?

Heart attack
Stroke
Pneumonia
Asthma
#5

Which of the following is NOT a sign of effective CPR?

Rising chest with each compression
Visible movement of the patient's limbs
Coughing or gasping by the patient
Increased heart rate on the monitor
#6

What does the 'D' stand for in the acronym 'ABCDE' often used in CPR training?

Detection
Displacement
Defibrillation
Disability
#7

What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?

1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
2.5 inches (6.5 cm)
#8

In ACLS, what is the recommended initial drug therapy for ventricular fibrillation?

Epinephrine
Atropine
Amiodarone
Lidocaine
#9

What does ACLS primarily focus on?

Primary prevention of heart disease
Emergency care for cardiac and respiratory arrest
Post-surgery recovery
Long-term management of chronic conditions
#10

What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?

60 compressions per minute
80 compressions per minute
100 compressions per minute
120 compressions per minute
#11

Which of the following rhythms requires immediate defibrillation in ACLS?

Pulseless ventricular tachycardia
Bradycardia
Sinus tachycardia
Atrial fibrillation
#12

What is the recommended depth for chest compressions in pediatric CPR?

1/2 inch (1 cm)
1 inch (2.5 cm)
1.5 inches (4 cm)
2 inches (5 cm)
#13

Which of the following rhythms is NOT shockable in ACLS?

Ventricular fibrillation
Ventricular tachycardia
Pulseless electrical activity
Asystole
#14

Which of the following is a key component of high-quality CPR?

Shallow compressions
Interrupting compressions frequently
Allowing full chest recoil
Performing compressions slowly
#15

In ACLS, what is the recommended first-line medication for symptomatic bradycardia?

Atropine
Epinephrine
Amiodarone
Lidocaine
#16

What is the primary goal of ACLS when managing a patient in cardiac arrest?

Restore normal sinus rhythm
Provide pain relief
Maintain blood glucose levels
Achieve return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC)
#17

What is the recommended dose of amiodarone for ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia in ACLS?

150 mg
300 mg
450 mg
600 mg

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