ACLS Certification Practical Application Practice Test Results

Question 1
47% answer correctly
This patient suddenly collapsed and is poorly responsive. The patient has a weak carotid pulse. A cardiac monitor, oxygen, and an IV line have been initiated. The code cart with all drugs and TCP is immediately available. Next you would:
initiate dopamine 2 to 10 ụg/kg per minute and titrate heart rate
initiate dopamine 10 to 20 ụg/kg per minute and titrate heart rate
give atropine 1 mg IV up to a total dose of 3 mg.
begin TCP
initiate epinephrine 2 to 10 ụg per minute and titrate heart rate
Question 2
76% answer correctly
Following resuscitation with CPR and a single shock, you observe this rhythm while preparing the patient for transport. Your patient is stable and BP is 120/80 mm Hg. She is apprehensive but has no complaints other than palpitations. At this time you would:
give lidocaine 1-1.5 mg IV, start lidocaine infusion
give amiodarone 300 mg IV, start infusion
give magnesium sulfate 1-2 g over 20 minutes
seek expert consultation
Question 3
90% answer correctly
A patient becomes unresponsive and you are uncertain if a faint pulse is present with the above rhythm. Your next action is:
Start an IV and give atropine 1 mg
Order transcutaneous pacing
Begin CPR with high-quality chest compressions
Start an IV and give epinephrine 1 mg IV
consider causes for pulseless electrical activity.