25 Questions
Which of the following is the correct rate for chest compressions in cardiac arrest, according to the protocol?
100-120 compressions per minute
What is the recommended duration of one adult cycle of chest compressions, according to the protocol?
2 minutes
When should defibrillator pads be applied during chest compressions, according to the protocol?
After assessing the rhythm
What should be done if the patient has a shockable rhythm, according to the protocol?
Defibrillate immediately
Which is the preferred vascular access in cardiac arrest situations?
Intraosseous (IO) access
What should be done after administering epinephrine via the Advanced Airway route?
Provide 5 rapid ventilations
When should medications be given during the compression cycle?
At the beginning of the cycle
What is the recommended duration of CPR before identifying the rhythm and following AED prompts?
2 minutes
According to the protocol, how often should epinephrine be repeated during the arrest?
Every 5 minutes
What action should be taken if the rhythm is NOT shockable after completing 2 minutes of CPR?
Check for pulse and resume CPR if absent
When should amiodarone be administered during CPR?
After completing 2 minutes of CPR
When should sodium bicarbonate be considered for administration?
After 10 minutes of CPR
Which rhythm is characterized by an organized rhythm other than ventricular tachycardia on the cardiac monitor in a patient without a palpable carotid pulse?
PEA
What is the recommended treatment for a patient with PEA?
Administer epinephrine and evaluate for underlying causes
What is the best indicator of a viable asystole?
CO2 reading of 20 on waveform capnography
What is the recommended treatment for a patient with a slow and wide cardiac rhythm without a carotid pulse?
Administer sodium bicarbonate and flush the IO/IV access line with normal saline
Which of the following is the recommended approach for airway management in a patient with cardiac arrest?
Continuous compressions and early defibrillation
Which airway management intervention might be preferred in cases of suspected upper airway inhalation burns, severe facial trauma, or presence of vomitus in the mouth?
Endotracheal intubation
What is the primary airway choice in cardiac arrest?
Supraglottic Airway
When is it appropriate to use an Endotracheal Tube (ETT) as the airway choice in cardiac arrest?
On the initial Advanced Airway attempt
Which intervention should be performed for a patient with hypoxemia?
Confirm adequacy of oxygenation
What is the recommended treatment for a patient with hydrogen ion acidosis?
Administer sodium bicarbonate
What should be done for a patient with hypothermia?
Warm the patient
Which intervention is recommended for a patient with hyperkalemia?
Administer sodium bicarbonate
What is the appropriate treatment for a patient with hypoglycemia?
Administer dextrose 50% (D50W)
This quiz tests your knowledge on the timing and actions to take during cardiac arrest, including the administration of epinephrine and checking the rhythm. Test your skills and learn the proper protocols for CPR and resuscitation.
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