ACLS and AHA Practice Quiz with Questions and Answers

ACLS and AHA Practice Quiz with Questions and Answers A 62 year old female is in cardiac arrest and has just been intubated. She has bilateral breath sounds and absent epigastric sounds. What should you do? A) attach the quantitative EtCO2 monitor B) check for moisture on the inside of the ETT C) ventilate with more force and confirm placement D) deflate the cut and remove the ETT ANSWER A) attach the quantitative EtCO2 monitor How does adenosine work? A) competes for beta-1 receptor sites B) slows the firing rate of the SA node C) increases parasympathetic effects on the heart D) slows conduction through the AV node ANSWER D) slows conduction through the AV node A 62 y/o male complains of SOB. He has a history of CHF. BP is 166/108, HR 56 bpm, RR 26/min, SpO2 64%. What should you do? A) obtain IV access B) apply a 3-lead EKG C) apply CPAP D) assist his ventilations ANSWER C) apply CPAP