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ACLS Review Questions and Answers
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What is the primary purpose of the CPR coach on a
resuscitation team? - Correct Answer ✅increasing CPR
quality



What is the most common type of stroke? - Correct Answer
✅ischemic stroke



What is a contraindication to the administration of aspirin for
the management of a pt with acute coronary syndromes? -
Correct Answer ✅recent gastrointestinal bleeding



What blood component is acted upon by aspirin
administration during the management of a pt with ACS? -
Correct Answer ✅platelets



What is the most appropriate destination for pts with
suspected acute ischemic stroke? - Correct Answer
✅certified stroke center



A 49-year-old man arrives at the emergency department with
chest discomfort. He states that he was working in the

,ACLS Review Questions and Answers
(Latest Update 2024) Verified Answers
garden this morning when his chest started hurting. The last
episode lasted about 25 minutes, and he was sweaty. The
chest discomfort is not relieved with rest.



Within the first 10 minutes, on the basis of the pt showing
symptoms suggestive of MI, what will your first actions
include (if not completed by EMS before arrival)? - Correct
Answer ✅If SpO2 is less than 90%, start oxygen



Obtain a 12-lead EKG



Administer aspirin and establish IV access



Assess ABCs



Consider nitroglycerin, morphine, and a P2Y inhibitor



Activate the STEMI team

, ACLS Review Questions and Answers
(Latest Update 2024) Verified Answers
His initial VS are HR 120/min, BP 135/88 mmHg, RR 23/min,
SpO2 87%, and temperature 37.3 degrees C.



When considering oxygen saturation, what is your course of
action?



Start oxygen at 4L/min via nasal cannula

Do not start oxygen

Intubate pt immediately

Administer albuterol nebulizer - Correct Answer ✅Start
oxygen at 4L/min via nasal cannula



What additional questions help you determine next steps? -
Correct Answer ✅When did the symptoms start?

Do you have any allergies?

Do you take any medication?



Your pt continues to say that he has chest discomfort.

What treatment can you repeat as long as it is not
contraindicated by vital signs?

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