ACLS Quiz & Flashcards: Test Your Rhythm Knowledge

Questions and Answers

Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?

First-degree atrioventricular block

Second-degree type II (correct)

Second-degree atrioventricular block type I

Third-degree atrioventricular block

To assess CPR quality in a patient in cardiac arrest and has been intubated, which should you do?

Perform a rhythm check

Monitor the patient's PETCO2 (correct)

Count the compressions

Check the pulse

Which facility is the most appropriate EMS destination for a patient with sudden cardiac arrest who achieved return of spontaneous circulation in the field?

Coronary reperfusion-capable medical center (correct)

Pediatric facility

General medical center

Community hospital

Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an unresponsive patient?

Agonal gasps Signup and view all the answers

Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?

Second-degree atrioventricular block type I Signup and view all the answers

To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you squeeze the bag?

Once every 5 to 6 seconds Signup and view all the answers

In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm and monitor correct placement of an endotracheal tube?

Continuous waveform capnography Signup and view all the answers

You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2 hours ago. Which treatment is best for this patient?

Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes this rhythm?

Third-degree atrioventricular block Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended range from which a temperature should be selected and maintained constantly to achieve targeted temperature management after cardiac arrest?

32 to 36 Degrees Celsius Signup and view all the answers

Which is the recommended first intravenous dose of amiodarone for a patient with refractory ventricular fibrillation?

300 mg Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a medical emergency team or rapid response team?

Improving patient outcomes by identifying and treating early clinical deterioration Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt?

Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions Signup and view all the answers

EMS providers are treating a patient with suspected stroke. According to the Adult Suspected Stroke Algorithm, which critical action performed by the EMS team will expedite this patient's care on arrival?

Alert the hospital Signup and view all the answers

A responder is caring for a patient with a history of congestive heart failure. Which best characterizes this patient's rhythm?

Unstable supraventricular tachycardia Signup and view all the answers

Your rescue team arrives to find a 59-year-old man lying on the kitchen floor. He is unresponsive. Which is the next step in your assessment and management?

Check the patient's breathing and pulse Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes the length of time it should take to perform a pulse check during the BLS assessment?

5 to 10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

You instruct a team member to give 1 mg Atropine IV. Which is the best example of closed-loop communication?

I'll draw up 1 mg of Atropine Signup and view all the answers

What is an effect of excessive ventilation?

Decreased cardiac output Signup and view all the answers

If a team member is about to make a mistake during a resuscitation attempt, which best describes the action that the team leader should take?

Address the team member immediately Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes this rhythm?

Monomorphic ventricular tachycardia Signup and view all the answers

For STEMI patients, what is the maximum goal time for emergency department door-to-balloon inflation time for percutaneous coronary intervention?

90 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum interval you should allow for an interruption in chest compressions?

10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

Which is one way to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR?

Continue CPR while the defibrillator charges Signup and view all the answers

Which best describes an action taken by the team leader to avoid insufficiencies during a resuscitation attempt?

Clearly delegate tasks Signup and view all the answers

What is an acceptable method of selecting an appropriately sized oropharyngeal airway?

Measure the corner of the mouth to the angle of the mandible Signup and view all the answers

You are evaluating a 58-year-old man with chest discomfort. Which assessment step is most important now?

Obtain a 12-lead ECG Signup and view all the answers

A patient in respiratory distress with a blood pressure of 70/50 mmHg presents with an ECG rhythm shown. Which is the appropriate treatment?

Synchronized cardioversion Signup and view all the answers

During post-cardiac arrest care, what is the recommended duration of targeted temperature management after reaching the correct temperature range?

24 hours Signup and view all the answers

Three minutes into a cardiac resuscitation attempt, one member of your team inserts an endotracheal tube. What does a PETCO2 of 8 mmHg indicate?

Ineffective CPR Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended oral dose of aspirin for a patient with a suspected acute coronary syndrome?

160 to 325 mg Signup and view all the answers

If a team member is unable to perform an assigned task because it is beyond their scope of practice, what should they do?

Ask for a new task or role Signup and view all the answers

As the team leader, when do you tell the chest compressors to switch?

About every 2 minutes Signup and view all the answers

You are performing chest compressions during an adult resuscitation attempt. What rate should you use?

100 to 120/min Signup and view all the answers

A patient is being resuscitated in a very noisy environment. Which is the best response if a team member thinks they heard an order for 500 mg of amiodarone IV?

Say I have an order to give 500 mg of amiodarone IV Signup and view all the answers

A patient in stable narrow-complex tachycardia with a peripheral IV in place is refractory to the first dose of adenosine. Which dose would you administer next?

12 mg Signup and view all the answers

A patient has a witnessed loss of consciousness. What is the appropriate treatment if their lead II ECG reveals this rhythm?

Defibrillation Signup and view all the answers

Which tests should be performed for a patient with suspected stroke within 25 minutes of hospital arrival?

Noncontrast CT scan of the head Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum systolic blood pressure one should attempt to achieve with fluid administration or vasoactive agents in a hypotensive post-cardiac arrest patient who achieves return of spontaneous circulation?

90 mm Hg Signup and view all the answers

You have completed 2 minutes of CPR. What do you do next if the ECG monitor displays a lead II rhythm and the patient has no pulse?

Give epinephrine 1 mg IV Signup and view all the answers

Based on this patient's initial presentation, which condition do you suspect led to the cardiac arrest?

Acute Coronary Syndrome Signup and view all the answers

In addition to defibrillation, which intervention should be performed immediately?

Chest compressions Signup and view all the answers

Despite 2 defibrillation attempts, the patient remains in ventricular fibrillation. Which drug and dose should you administer first to this patient?

Epinephrine 1 mg Signup and view all the answers

Despite the previously administered drug and continued CPR, the patient remains in ventricular fibrillation. Which other drug should be administered next?

Amiodarone 300 mg Signup and view all the answers

The patient has return of spontaneous circulation and cannot follow commands. Which immediate post-cardiac arrest care intervention do you choose for this patient?

Initiate targeted temperature management Signup and view all the answers

Which would you have done first if the patient had not gone into ventricular fibrillation?

Performed synchronized cardioversion Signup and view all the answers

Based on this patient's initial assessment, which adult ACLS algorithm should you follow?

Tachycardia Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial action to take if the patient's pulse oximeter shows a reading of 84% on room air?

Apply oxygen Signup and view all the answers

After the initial assessment of this patient, which intervention should be performed next?

Synchronized cardioversion Signup and view all the answers

If the patient became apneic and pulseless but the rhythm remained the same, which would take the highest priority?

Perform defibrillation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Atrioventricular Blocks

Second-degree type II AV block is characterized by consistent PR intervals with non-conducted beats.
Second-degree type I AV block (Wenckebach) features progressively lengthening PR intervals before a dropped beat.
Third-degree AV block indicates a complete dissociation between atrial and ventricular activity.

Cardiac Arrest Procedures

Monitor PETCO2 to assess CPR quality in intubated cardiac arrest patients.
Following return of spontaneous circulation, transport patients to a coronary reperfusion-capable center for optimal care.
In a cardiac arrest scenario, immediately resume CPR after defibrillation attempts, starting with chest compressions.

Stroke Management

Start fibrinolytic therapy immediately if a patient presents with stroke symptoms within 3 hours and has no contraindications.
Dispatching an alert to the hospital by EMS significantly expedites care for stroke patients.

Ventilation and Capnography

For ventilated patients, squeeze the bag every 5 to 6 seconds during positive pressure ventilation.
Continuous waveform capnography is the most reliable method to confirm endotracheal tube placement.

Cardiac Monitoring

A significant decrease in PETCO2 (e.g., persistent low readings) during CPR may indicate ineffective chest compressions.
Administer 1 mg of Atropine IV for symptomatic bradycardia or AV block.

Emergency Protocols

Maintain target temperature management between 32-36°C for at least 24 hours post-cardiac arrest.
Rapid response teams aim to improve patient outcomes by addressing early signs of clinical deterioration.

Drug Administration

The initial IV dose of amiodarone for refractory ventricular fibrillation is 300 mg; subsequent doses can be 150 mg.
Aspirin doses in suspected acute coronary syndrome should range between 160 to 325 mg.

CPR Guidelines

Interruptions in chest compressions during CPR should not exceed 10 seconds to maintain circulation.
Chest compressions should be performed at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.
Change chest compressors every 2 minutes to prevent fatigue and maintain effectiveness.

Cardiovascular Interventions

Synchronized cardioversion is appropriate for unstable narrow-complex tachycardia and can be critical for hypotensive patients.
Administer epinephrine (1 mg) and subsequently amiodarone (300 mg) for patients who remain in ventricular fibrillation post-defibrillation.

Pulse Checks and Assessments

Perform a pulse check within 5 to 10 seconds during Basic Life Support (BLS) assessments.
In unstable patients, such as those with suspected acute coronary syndrome, obtaining a 12-lead ECG is crucial for diagnosis.

Post-Cardiac Arrest Care

Monitoring systolic blood pressure above 90 mm Hg is essential in post-cardiac arrest patients receiving vasopressors.
Noncontrast CT scans should be conducted within 25 minutes of hospital arrival for suspected stroke evaluations.

Communication in CPR

Closed-loop communication is vital; team members should confirm understanding of assigned tasks, such as esophageal intubation and medication administration.
Essential interventions during resuscitation must be clearly delegated to avoid confusion and ensure efficiency.

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Questions and Answers

Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?

To assess CPR quality in a patient in cardiac arrest and has been intubated, which should you do?

Which facility is the most appropriate EMS destination for a patient with sudden cardiac arrest who achieved return of spontaneous circulation in the field?

Which of the following signs is a likely indicator of cardiac arrest in an unresponsive patient?

Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?

To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you squeeze the bag?

In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm and monitor correct placement of an endotracheal tube?

You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2 hours ago. Which treatment is best for this patient?

Which best describes this rhythm?

What is the recommended range from which a temperature should be selected and maintained constantly to achieve targeted temperature management after cardiac arrest?

Which is the recommended first intravenous dose of amiodarone for a patient with refractory ventricular fibrillation?

What is the primary goal of a medical emergency team or rapid response team?

What is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt?

EMS providers are treating a patient with suspected stroke. According to the Adult Suspected Stroke Algorithm, which critical action performed by the EMS team will expedite this patient's care on arrival?

A responder is caring for a patient with a history of congestive heart failure. Which best characterizes this patient's rhythm?

Your rescue team arrives to find a 59-year-old man lying on the kitchen floor. He is unresponsive. Which is the next step in your assessment and management?

Which best describes the length of time it should take to perform a pulse check during the BLS assessment?

You instruct a team member to give 1 mg Atropine IV. Which is the best example of closed-loop communication?

What is an effect of excessive ventilation?

If a team member is about to make a mistake during a resuscitation attempt, which best describes the action that the team leader should take?

Which best describes this rhythm?

For STEMI patients, what is the maximum goal time for emergency department door-to-balloon inflation time for percutaneous coronary intervention?

What is the maximum interval you should allow for an interruption in chest compressions?

Which is one way to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR?

Which best describes an action taken by the team leader to avoid insufficiencies during a resuscitation attempt?

What is an acceptable method of selecting an appropriately sized oropharyngeal airway?

You are evaluating a 58-year-old man with chest discomfort. Which assessment step is most important now?

A patient in respiratory distress with a blood pressure of 70/50 mmHg presents with an ECG rhythm shown. Which is the appropriate treatment?

During post-cardiac arrest care, what is the recommended duration of targeted temperature management after reaching the correct temperature range?

Three minutes into a cardiac resuscitation attempt, one member of your team inserts an endotracheal tube. What does a PETCO2 of 8 mmHg indicate?

What is the recommended oral dose of aspirin for a patient with a suspected acute coronary syndrome?

If a team member is unable to perform an assigned task because it is beyond their scope of practice, what should they do?

As the team leader, when do you tell the chest compressors to switch?

You are performing chest compressions during an adult resuscitation attempt. What rate should you use?

A patient is being resuscitated in a very noisy environment. Which is the best response if a team member thinks they heard an order for 500 mg of amiodarone IV?

A patient in stable narrow-complex tachycardia with a peripheral IV in place is refractory to the first dose of adenosine. Which dose would you administer next?

A patient has a witnessed loss of consciousness. What is the appropriate treatment if their lead II ECG reveals this rhythm?

Which tests should be performed for a patient with suspected stroke within 25 minutes of hospital arrival?

What is the minimum systolic blood pressure one should attempt to achieve with fluid administration or vasoactive agents in a hypotensive post-cardiac arrest patient who achieves return of spontaneous circulation?

You have completed 2 minutes of CPR. What do you do next if the ECG monitor displays a lead II rhythm and the patient has no pulse?

Based on this patient's initial presentation, which condition do you suspect led to the cardiac arrest?

In addition to defibrillation, which intervention should be performed immediately?

Despite 2 defibrillation attempts, the patient remains in ventricular fibrillation. Which drug and dose should you administer first to this patient?

Despite the previously administered drug and continued CPR, the patient remains in ventricular fibrillation. Which other drug should be administered next?

The patient has return of spontaneous circulation and cannot follow commands. Which immediate post-cardiac arrest care intervention do you choose for this patient?

Which would you have done first if the patient had not gone into ventricular fibrillation?

Based on this patient's initial assessment, which adult ACLS algorithm should you follow?

What is the initial action to take if the patient's pulse oximeter shows a reading of 84% on room air?

After the initial assessment of this patient, which intervention should be performed next?

If the patient became apneic and pulseless but the rhythm remained the same, which would take the highest priority?

Study Notes

Atrioventricular Blocks

Cardiac Arrest Procedures

Stroke Management

Ventilation and Capnography

Cardiac Monitoring

Emergency Protocols

Drug Administration

CPR Guidelines

Cardiovascular Interventions

Pulse Checks and Assessments

Post-Cardiac Arrest Care

Communication in CPR

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