ACLS / BLS 2026 Recertification
50-Question and Verified Answers Bank · AHA 2026 Guidelines
Answer Key + Detailed Rationale Included · Passing Score: 84% (42/50)
Category Questions Count
BLS Fundamentals Q1–10 10
ACLS — Airway Management Q11–14 4
Cardiac Rhythms Q15–21 7
Pharmacology Q22–29 8
ACLS Algorithms Q30–35 6
Post-Arrest Care Q36–39 4
Pediatric BLS/ACLS Q40–44 5
Special SituationsBRAND-NEW Q45–50 6
ACLS/BLS 2026 Recertification · Page 1 · AHA 2026 Guidelines
, BLS
QUESTION 1 OF 50
What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer
adult CPR?
A. 15:2
B. 30:2
C. 30:1
D. 15:1
Correct Answer: B. 30:2
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
AHA 2026 guidelines maintain the 30:2 ratio for single-rescuer adult CPR. This
ratio maximizes chest compressions while providing adequate ventilations.
QUESTION 2 OF 50
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?
A. 60–80/min
B. 80–100/min
C. 100–120/min
D. 120–140/min
Correct Answer: C. 100–120/min
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
The AHA recommends a compression rate of 100–120 compressions per
minute. Rates above 120/min are associated with inadequate depth and worse
outcomes.
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, QUESTION 3 OF 50
What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?
A. 1–1.5 inches
B. 1.5–2 inches
C. 2–2.4 inches
D. At least 2.4 inches
Correct Answer: C. 2–2.4 inches
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
Compress the adult chest at least 2 inches (5 cm) but no more than 2.4 inches
(6 cm). Excessive depth can cause injury without improving outcomes.
QUESTION 4 OF 50
How long should you take to assess for a pulse before initiating CPR?
A. Up to 5 seconds
B. 5–10 seconds
C. 10–15 seconds
D. 15–20 seconds
Correct Answer: B. 5–10 seconds
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
Pulse check should take no more than 10 seconds. If a pulse is not definitely
felt within 10 seconds, begin CPR.
QUESTION 5 OF 50
Which is the FIRST step in the adult Chain of Survival for out-of-hospital
cardiac arrest?
A. Early CPR
B. Recognition and activation of emergency response
C. Early defibrillation
ACLS/BLS 2026 Recertification · Page 3 · AHA 2026 Guidelines
50-Question and Verified Answers Bank · AHA 2026 Guidelines
Answer Key + Detailed Rationale Included · Passing Score: 84% (42/50)
Category Questions Count
BLS Fundamentals Q1–10 10
ACLS — Airway Management Q11–14 4
Cardiac Rhythms Q15–21 7
Pharmacology Q22–29 8
ACLS Algorithms Q30–35 6
Post-Arrest Care Q36–39 4
Pediatric BLS/ACLS Q40–44 5
Special SituationsBRAND-NEW Q45–50 6
ACLS/BLS 2026 Recertification · Page 1 · AHA 2026 Guidelines
, BLS
QUESTION 1 OF 50
What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer
adult CPR?
A. 15:2
B. 30:2
C. 30:1
D. 15:1
Correct Answer: B. 30:2
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
AHA 2026 guidelines maintain the 30:2 ratio for single-rescuer adult CPR. This
ratio maximizes chest compressions while providing adequate ventilations.
QUESTION 2 OF 50
What is the recommended compression rate for adult CPR?
A. 60–80/min
B. 80–100/min
C. 100–120/min
D. 120–140/min
Correct Answer: C. 100–120/min
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
The AHA recommends a compression rate of 100–120 compressions per
minute. Rates above 120/min are associated with inadequate depth and worse
outcomes.
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, QUESTION 3 OF 50
What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?
A. 1–1.5 inches
B. 1.5–2 inches
C. 2–2.4 inches
D. At least 2.4 inches
Correct Answer: C. 2–2.4 inches
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
Compress the adult chest at least 2 inches (5 cm) but no more than 2.4 inches
(6 cm). Excessive depth can cause injury without improving outcomes.
QUESTION 4 OF 50
How long should you take to assess for a pulse before initiating CPR?
A. Up to 5 seconds
B. 5–10 seconds
C. 10–15 seconds
D. 15–20 seconds
Correct Answer: B. 5–10 seconds
AHA 2026 RATIONALE
Pulse check should take no more than 10 seconds. If a pulse is not definitely
felt within 10 seconds, begin CPR.
QUESTION 5 OF 50
Which is the FIRST step in the adult Chain of Survival for out-of-hospital
cardiac arrest?
A. Early CPR
B. Recognition and activation of emergency response
C. Early defibrillation
ACLS/BLS 2026 Recertification · Page 3 · AHA 2026 Guidelines
