ACLS Practice Test

Question 1

In ACLS, how often should epinephrine be administered during cardiac arrest?

Every 2 minutes

Every 3 minutes

Every 4 minutes

Every 5 minutes

Question 2

In ACLS, which rhythm does NOT require immediate defibrillation?

Pulseless ventricular tachycardia

Pulseless electrical activity

Ventricular fibrillation

Unstable tachycardia

Question 3

When should a defibrillator be charged during ACLS?

After administering atropine

During chest compressions

After checking the pulse

Before starting CPR

Question 4

What is the recommended action if a patient in cardiac arrest is found in asystole?

Begin CPR immediately

Administer a shock

Give amiodarone

Wait for medical direction

Question 5

In ACLS, asystole is considered a shockable rhythm.

True

False

Question 6

Defibrillation is the priority intervention for a patient in ventricular fibrillation.

True

False

Question 7

Transcutaneous pacing should be used immediately in cases of complete heart block.

True

False

Question 8

In ACLS, the use of amiodarone is indicated for the management of VF and pulseless VT.

True

False

Question 9

When managing bradycardia, atropine should be given as the last resort.

True

False

Question 10

The initial action in managing a patient with suspected stroke is to begin chest compressions.

True

False