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Advanced Cardiovascular LifeSupport Latest Exam A And B
American Heart Association
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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Exam
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, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Exam A
(50 questions)
Please do not mark on this exam. Record the best answer on the separate answer sheet
1. Which of these tests should be performed for a patient with suspected stroke as early as possible
but no more than 20 minutes after hospital arrival?
A. 12-Lead ECG
B. Cardiac enzymes
C. Coagulation studies
D. Noncontrast CT scan of the head
2. Which best describes this rhythm?
A. Monomorphic ventricular tachycardia
B. Polymorphic ventricular tachycardia
C. Supraventricular tachycardia
D. Ventricular fibrillation
3. Which is an acceptable method of selecting an appropriately sized oropharyngeal airway?
A. Measure from the corner of the mouth to the angle of the mandible
B. Measure from the thyroid cartilage to the bottom of the earlobe
C. Estimate by using the formula weight (kg)/8 + 2
D. Estimate by using the size of the patient’s finger
4. You are caring for a patient with a suspected stroke whose symptoms started 2 hours ago. The CT
scan was normal, with no signs of hemorrhage. The patient does not have any contraindications to
fibrinolytic therapy. Which treatment approach is best for this patient?
A. Hold fibrinolytic therapy for 24 hours
B. Give fibrinolytic therapy as soon as possible and consider endovascular therapy
C. Order an echocardiogram before fibrinolytic administration
D. Wait for the results of the MRI
5. Which is the recommended next step after a defibrillation attempt?
A. Check the ECG for evidence of a rhythm
B. Open the patient’s airway
C. Determine if a carotid pulse is present
D. Resume CPR, starting with chest compressions
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