ACLS Certification Exam Questions and
Answers Already Graded A
Any organized rhythm without a pulse is defined as pulseless electrical activity (PEA). ✔✔True
Synchronized cardioversion is appropriate for treating an unknown wide complex tachycardia.
✔✔True
The aorta is the wall that separates the ventricles of the heart. ✔✔False
The most effective treatment for ventricular fibrillation is defibrillation. ✔✔True
An individual should be cleared-Ñ prior to a shock only when convenient. ✔✔False
PEA and asystole are considered non-shockable rhythms and follow the same ACLS algorithm.
✔✔True
Transcutaneous pacing should be used on an individual with bradycardia and inadequate
perfusion if atropine is ineffective and the individual is exhibiting severe symptoms. ✔✔True
,Low blood pressure may be an indication of hemodynamic instability. ✔✔True
Urgent defibrillation is essential for survival in the management of acute strokes. ✔✔False
Fibrinolytic therapy within three hours (in some cases 4.5 hours) of first onset of symptoms is
the standard when treating ischemic stroke. ✔✔True
100% oxygen is acceptable for early intervention but not for extended periods of time. ✔✔True
In a suspected acute stroke individual, you must always immediately obtain IV access. ✔✔False
There is never a pulse associated with VF; therefore, you should follow the PEA algorithm with
individuals in VF. ✔✔False
If the AED advises no shock, you should still defibrillate because defibrillation often restarts the
heart with no pulse. ✔✔False
, If transcutaneous pacing fails, there are no other options to consider. ✔✔False
Medication is the only treatment for an unstable tachycardic individual. ✔✔False
For an individiual in respiratory arrest with a pulse, how often should they be ventilated?
A) Give two breaths every 8 to 9 seconds, or 13 to 15 breaths per minute.
B) Give one breath every 5 to 6 seconds, or 10 to 12 breaths per minute.
C) Give one breath every 3 to 4 seconds, or 15 to 20 breaths per minute.
D) Give one breath every 8 to 9 seconds, or 6 to 8 breaths per minute. ✔✔B) Give one breath
every 5 to 6 seconds, or 10 to 12 breaths per minute.
Which item is NOT a basic airway skill?
A) Placement of endotracheal tube (ET tube)
B) Bag-mask ventilation
C) Jaw-thrust maneuver without head extension
D) Head-tilt-chin-lift maneuver ✔✔A) Placement of endotracheal tube (ET tube)
Answers Already Graded A
Any organized rhythm without a pulse is defined as pulseless electrical activity (PEA). ✔✔True
Synchronized cardioversion is appropriate for treating an unknown wide complex tachycardia.
✔✔True
The aorta is the wall that separates the ventricles of the heart. ✔✔False
The most effective treatment for ventricular fibrillation is defibrillation. ✔✔True
An individual should be cleared-Ñ prior to a shock only when convenient. ✔✔False
PEA and asystole are considered non-shockable rhythms and follow the same ACLS algorithm.
✔✔True
Transcutaneous pacing should be used on an individual with bradycardia and inadequate
perfusion if atropine is ineffective and the individual is exhibiting severe symptoms. ✔✔True
,Low blood pressure may be an indication of hemodynamic instability. ✔✔True
Urgent defibrillation is essential for survival in the management of acute strokes. ✔✔False
Fibrinolytic therapy within three hours (in some cases 4.5 hours) of first onset of symptoms is
the standard when treating ischemic stroke. ✔✔True
100% oxygen is acceptable for early intervention but not for extended periods of time. ✔✔True
In a suspected acute stroke individual, you must always immediately obtain IV access. ✔✔False
There is never a pulse associated with VF; therefore, you should follow the PEA algorithm with
individuals in VF. ✔✔False
If the AED advises no shock, you should still defibrillate because defibrillation often restarts the
heart with no pulse. ✔✔False
, If transcutaneous pacing fails, there are no other options to consider. ✔✔False
Medication is the only treatment for an unstable tachycardic individual. ✔✔False
For an individiual in respiratory arrest with a pulse, how often should they be ventilated?
A) Give two breaths every 8 to 9 seconds, or 13 to 15 breaths per minute.
B) Give one breath every 5 to 6 seconds, or 10 to 12 breaths per minute.
C) Give one breath every 3 to 4 seconds, or 15 to 20 breaths per minute.
D) Give one breath every 8 to 9 seconds, or 6 to 8 breaths per minute. ✔✔B) Give one breath
every 5 to 6 seconds, or 10 to 12 breaths per minute.
Which item is NOT a basic airway skill?
A) Placement of endotracheal tube (ET tube)
B) Bag-mask ventilation
C) Jaw-thrust maneuver without head extension
D) Head-tilt-chin-lift maneuver ✔✔A) Placement of endotracheal tube (ET tube)
