#1
Which of the following is a primary symptom of a heart attack?
Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
Severe headache with no known cause
Sudden chest pain or discomfort
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
#2
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of stroke?
Sudden confusion or trouble speaking
Sudden severe headache with no known cause
Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
Sudden chest pain or discomfort
#3
What is the recommended ratio of chest compressions to rescue breaths in CPR for adults?
30 compressions to 2 breaths
15 compressions to 1 breath
10 compressions to 2 breaths
5 compressions to 1 breath
#4
What does the term 'defibrillation' refer to in emergency cardiovascular care?
Administering medication to control irregular heart rhythms
Performing chest compressions to manually pump the heart
Using an electrical shock to restore the heart's normal rhythm
Inserting a tube to help with breathing
#5
Which of the following is a correct step when performing CPR on an adult?
Checking for a pulse immediately
Administering rescue breaths before chest compressions
Placing the hands on the lower half of the breastbone for compressions
Performing CPR only if the person is conscious
#6
What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for adults during CPR?
At least 1 inch (about 2.5 cm)
At least 2 inches (about 5 cm)
At least 3 inches (about 7.5 cm)
As deep as possible until the chest visibly compresses
#7
During CPR, what is the purpose of tilting the head back and lifting the chin?
To clear the airway and allow for effective rescue breaths
To immobilize the spine and prevent further injury
To relieve chest pain and discomfort
To check for responsiveness and pulse
#8
Which of the following is a common cause of sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes?
High blood pressure
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Atherosclerosis
Obesity
#9
When using an automated external defibrillator (AED), where should the pads be placed on a person's chest?
Both pads on the right side of the chest
One pad on the upper chest and one pad on the lower chest
Both pads on the left side of the chest
One pad on the chest and one pad on the back
#10
In advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), what is the recommended initial medication for ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia?
Epinephrine
Amiodarone
Lidocaine
Atropine
#11
Which rhythm is characterized by irregular, chaotic electrical activity in the heart and typically requires defibrillation?
Ventricular fibrillation
Ventricular tachycardia
Asystole
Sinus bradycardia
#12
What is the primary goal of advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) during cardiac arrest?
To establish intravenous access
To provide high-flow oxygen therapy
To restore and maintain effective circulation
To administer antiarrhythmic medications
#13
Which medication is often used to treat stable ventricular tachycardia in an ACLS protocol?
Epinephrine
Amiodarone
Lidocaine
Atropine
#14
What is the recommended dose of epinephrine for adults in cardiac arrest?
0.1 mg/kg
1 mg every 3-5 minutes
3-5 mg/kg
0.5 mg/kg every 5 minutes
#15
Which rhythm is characterized by a flat line on the electrocardiogram (ECG) and represents the absence of electrical activity in the heart?
Ventricular fibrillation
Ventricular tachycardia
Asystole
Sinus bradycardia
#16
What is the recommended dose of amiodarone for adults in cardiac arrest?
150-300 mg
1 mg every 3-5 minutes
3-5 mg/kg
300-450 mg