ACLS Provider: Course

Incorrect. PETCO2 >10 mmHg during CPR indicates effective chest compressions generating sufficient circulation.

Incorrect. Oxygenation and ventilation should be closely monitored to prevent hypoxia and hyperoxia.

Incorrect. Asystole is a non-shockable rhythm and is treated with high-quality CPR and epinephrine administration.

Incorrect. With an advanced airway in place, uninterrupted compressions improve blood flow while ventilation is delivered separately.

Incorrect. PETCO2 values greater than 10 mmHg during CPR indicate adequate chest compressions and blood circulation.

Incorrect. Waveform capnography ensures proper ET tube placement by continuously monitoring exhaled CO? levels.

Incorrect. Biphasic defibrillators deliver effective shocks within the range of 120-200 J to treat VF or pulseless VT.

Incorrect. Epinephrine is repeated every 3-5 minutes during cardiac arrest to enhance perfusion pressure.

Incorrect. Magnesium sulfate is administered to stabilize the myocardium and treat torsades de pointes effectively.

Incorrect. Adenosine is the first-line drug for stable SVT, while synchronized cardioversion is used for unstable SVT.

Incorrect. A compression fraction greater than 80% ensures that most of the resuscitation time is spent performing chest compressions.

Incorrect. Waveform capnography provides real-time confirmation of ET tube placement and ensures proper ventilation.

Incorrect. Compressing to a depth of 2-2.4 inches ensures adequate circulation without causing damage to internal organs.

Incorrect. Early stabilization of blood pressure and oxygenation is critical to preventing further cardiac arrest after ROSC.

Incorrect. Defibrillation is the primary treatment for pulseless VT, aiming to restore organized cardiac activity.

Incorrect. Atropine should not exceed a total dose of 3 mg when treating symptomatic bradycardia in adults.

Incorrect. Synchronized cardioversion restores organized cardiac activity in unstable atrial flutter.

Incorrect. TTM helps reduce neurological injury by maintaining a core temperature of 32-36°C after the return of spontaneous circulation.

Incorrect. Activating EMS ensures help is on the way while you assess and initiate resuscitation.

Incorrect. Hypothermia is a reversible cause of cardiac arrest and should be treated with warming measures.

Incorrect. A PETCO2 level greater than 10 mmHg indicates that chest compressions are generating adequate blood flow.

Incorrect. Amiodarone stabilizes the myocardium and is given as a bolus for refractory VF or pulseless VT.

Incorrect. Oxygen saturation should be maintained at 92-96% to avoid hypoxia and reduce the risk of hyperoxia and oxidative stress.

Incorrect. CPR is the primary treatment for PEA, along with epinephrine and addressing reversible causes to restore circulation.

Incorrect. A rate of 100-120 compressions per minute ensures adequate circulation in pediatric patients.

Incorrect. Minimizing interruptions to less than 10 seconds preserves perfusion and improves resuscitation outcomes.

Incorrect. Rhythm checks are performed every 2 minutes to evaluate for shockable rhythms and assess the need for defibrillation.

Incorrect. Post-ROSC care focuses on maintaining oxygenation and avoiding hypoxia or hyperoxia to protect organ function.

Incorrect. High-quality CPR is the primary treatment for asystole, along with epinephrine and addressing reversible causes.

Incorrect. PETCO2 readings above 10 mmHg during CPR indicate adequate chest compressions and cardiac output.

Incorrect. Symptomatic second-degree AV block type II can progress to complete heart block, requiring pacing.

Incorrect. The compression fraction should be greater than 80% to maximize perfusion during CPR.

Incorrect. Waveform capnography ensures proper ET tube placement by monitoring exhaled CO? levels.

Incorrect. Defibrillation should be performed immediately after identifying VF, not delayed up to 10 minutes.

Incorrect. A 15:2 ratio ensures efficient oxygenation and circulation in pediatric patients during two-rescuer CPR.

Incorrect. The correct initial dose of amiodarone for pulseless VT is 300 mg IV/IO, followed by 150 mg for a second dose if needed.

Incorrect. Provides external electrical stimuli to maintain adequate heart rate when atropine fails.

Incorrect. Post-ROSC care focuses on optimizing oxygenation, ventilation, and hemodynamic stability to prevent further organ damage.

Incorrect. Adenosine is administered as a rapid IV push to terminate SVT in pediatric patients, followed by a saline flush.

Incorrect. Positioning the patient with a slight left tilt prevents aortocaval compression and improves venous return during CPR.

Incorrect. PETCO2 monitoring provides continuous feedback on the quality of chest compressions and the effectiveness of resuscitation.

Incorrect. For unstable narrow, irregular tachycardias, synchronized cardioversion at 120-200 J is recommended.

Incorrect. Needle decompression relieves pressure caused by tension pneumothorax, improving ventilation and circulation.

Incorrect. PEA is treated with CPR and epinephrine, as defibrillation is ineffective for non-shockable rhythms.

Incorrect. Compressing to one-third the depth of the chest ensures adequate perfusion while minimizing the risk of injury.

Incorrect. The correct compression rate for CPR is 100-120 compressions per minute to optimize perfusion and prevent fatigue.

Incorrect. Calcium gluconate stabilizes the cardiac membrane and reduces the risk of life-threatening arrhythmias caused by hyperkalemia.

Incorrect. Magnesium sulfate is the first-line treatment for torsades de pointes as it stabilizes the myocardium.

Incorrect. Oxygenation and ventilation should be optimized to avoid hypoxia or hyperoxia during post-cardiac arrest care.

Incorrect. A single rescuer performs 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths to maximize perfusion and oxygenation in pediatric CPR.

Incorrect. Atropine is the first-line drug for symptomatic bradycardia, increasing heart rate by blocking vagal stimulation.

Incorrect. The correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR without an advanced airway is 30:2.

Incorrect. Rescuers should switch every 2 minutes to prevent fatigue and ensure high-quality compressions are maintained.

Incorrect. Asystole is a non-shockable rhythm requiring high-quality CPR and epinephrine administration.

Incorrect. Administered every 3-5 minutes to restore circulation by increasing coronary and cerebral perfusion pressure.

Incorrect. PETCO2 monitoring provides real-time feedback on chest compressions and the effectiveness of CPR.

Incorrect. PETCO2 monitoring provides real-time feedback on ventilation and the effectiveness of chest compressions.

Incorrect. Pulseless VT is treated with defibrillation, while synchronized cardioversion is reserved for tachyarrhythmias with a pulse.

Incorrect. Epinephrine is dosed at 0.01 mg/kg IV/IO during pediatric cardiac arrest to improve coronary and cerebral perfusion.

Incorrect. While hypoglycemia can cause critical symptoms, it is not included in the H's and T's of reversible causes of cardiac arrest.

Incorrect. Asystole is not a shockable rhythm; it is treated with high-quality CPR and epinephrine.

Incorrect. Immediate defibrillation is the most effective intervention for a witnessed cardiac arrest in VF.

Incorrect. Compressing the chest 2-2.4 inches ensures adequate blood flow while minimizing injury risks.

Incorrect. IM epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, administered into the mid-thigh for rapid absorption.

Incorrect. The initial dose of adenosine for stable SVT in adults is 6 mg IV, followed by 12 mg if needed for subsequent doses.