ACLS: FINAL TEST QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT RATED
A+ NEWLY UPDATED 2026
1. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm? Here
C) Second-degree type II
Q: When managing a patient in cardiac arrest who has undergone intubation, what
is the best way to evaluate the effectiveness of CPR?
A: Track the patient’s end-tidal (PETCO2) levels. ✔✔
Q: For a patient who experiences sudden cardiac arrest but regains a pulse (ROSC)
while still in the field, where should EMS transport them?
A: A specialized medical facility capable of performing coronary reperfusion. ✔✔
Q: Which specific breathing pattern is often a sign of cardiac arrest in someone
who is not responding?
A: The presence of agonal gasps. ✔✔
5. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?
B) Second-degree atrioventricular block type I
, 6. To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you
squeeze the bag?
B) Once every 5 to 6 seconds.
7. In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm
and monitor correct placement of an endotracheal tube?
C) Continuous waveform capnography
8. You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2
hours ago. The CT scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient
does not have any contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment is the
best for this patient?
B) Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible.
9. Which best describes this rhythm?
D) Third-degree atrioventricular block.
ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT RATED
A+ NEWLY UPDATED 2026
1. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm? Here
C) Second-degree type II
Q: When managing a patient in cardiac arrest who has undergone intubation, what
is the best way to evaluate the effectiveness of CPR?
A: Track the patient’s end-tidal (PETCO2) levels. ✔✔
Q: For a patient who experiences sudden cardiac arrest but regains a pulse (ROSC)
while still in the field, where should EMS transport them?
A: A specialized medical facility capable of performing coronary reperfusion. ✔✔
Q: Which specific breathing pattern is often a sign of cardiac arrest in someone
who is not responding?
A: The presence of agonal gasps. ✔✔
5. Which type of atrioventricular block best describes this rhythm?
B) Second-degree atrioventricular block type I
, 6. To properly ventilate a patient with a perfusing rhythm, how often do you
squeeze the bag?
B) Once every 5 to 6 seconds.
7. In addition to clinical assessment, which is the most reliable method to confirm
and monitor correct placement of an endotracheal tube?
C) Continuous waveform capnography
8. You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2
hours ago. The CT scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient
does not have any contraindications to fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment is the
best for this patient?
B) Start fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible.
9. Which best describes this rhythm?
D) Third-degree atrioventricular block.
