ACLS Certification Practical Application Practice Test Results

Question 1
86% answer correctly
You arrive on the scene to find CPR in progress. Nursing staff report that the patient was recovering from a pulmonary embolism and suddenly collapsed. There is no pulse or spontaneous respirations. High-quality CPR is in progress and effective ventilation is being provided with bag-mask. An IV has been initiated. You would now:
Give epinephrine 1.0 mg IV
Order immediate endotracheal intubation
Initiate transcutaneous pacing
Give atropine 1 mg IV
Give atropine 0.5 mg IV
Question 2
80% answer correctly
A patient presents with the above rhythm complaining of an irregular heart beat. She has no other complaints. Past medical history is significant for an MI 7 years ago. BP is 110/70. At this time you would:
perform elective synchronized cardioversion with presedation
continue monitoring and seek expert consultation
perform emergency synchronized cardioversion
administer lidocaine 1 mg/kg IV
administer nitroglycerine 0.4 mg sublinqual or spray
Question 3
93% answer correctly
A 35 year-old woman presents the ED with a chief complaint of palpitations. She has no chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or lightheadedness. Which of the following is indicated first?
perform vagal maneuvers
give adenosine 12 mg IV slow push (over 1-2 mins)
give adenosine 3 mg IV fast
give metoprolol 5 mg IV and repeat if necessary