AHA PALS PRACTICE EXAM (100 OUT OF 100) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. ACTUAL ACTUAL EXAM UPDATE. ALREADY G RATED A+.
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AHA PALS PRACTICE EXAM (100 OUT OF 100) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS. ACTUAL ACTUAL EXAM UPDATE. ALREADY G RATED A+.
A 5-year-old child presents with lethargy, increased work of breathing, and pale color. The primary assessment reveals that the airway is open and the respiratory rate is 30/min, with c...
AHA PALS PRACTICE EXAM (100 OUT OF 100) QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS. ACTUAL 2024-2025 ACTUAL EXAM
UPDATE. ALREADY G RATED A+.
A 5-year-old child presents with lethargy, increased work of breathing, and pale color. The primary
assessment reveals that the airway is open and the respiratory rate is 30/min, with crackles heard on
auscultation. The cardiac monitor shows sinus tachycardia at a rate of 165/min. The pulse oximeter
displays an oxygen saturation of 95% and a pulse rate of 93/min. On the basis of this information, which of
the following provides the best interpretation of the oxygen saturation of 95% by pulse oximetry?
- Correct Answer: -Unreliable; supplementary oxygen should be administered
A 3-year-old child was recently diagnosed with leukemia and has been treated with chemotherapy. The
child presents with lethargy and a high fever. Heart rate is 195/min, respiratory rate is 36/min, blood
pressure is 85/40 mm Hg, and capillary refill time is less than 2 seconds. What is the child's most likely
condition?
- Correct Answer: -Septic shock
A 2-week-old infant presents with irritability and a history of poor feeding. Blood pressure is 55/40 mm Hg.
What term describes this infant's blood pressure?
- Correct Answer: -Hypotensive
During a resuscitation attempt, the team leader orders an initial dose of epinephrine at 0.1 mg/kg to be
given 10. What should the team member do?
- Correct Answer: -Respectfully ask the team leader to clarify the dose
Which of the following is a characteristic of respiratory failure?
- Correct Answer: -Inadequate oxygenation and/or ventilation
Which of the following is most likely to produce a prolonged expiratory phase and wheezing?
- Correct Answer: -Lower airway obstruction
, A 4-year-old child presents with seizures and irregular respirations. The seizures stopped a few minutes
ago. Which of the following most likely to be abnormal?
- Correct Answer: -Control of breathing
What abnormality is most likely to be present in children with acute respiratory distress caused by lung
tissue disease?
- Correct Answer: -Decreased oxygen saturation
An alert 2-year-old child with an increased work of breathing and pink color is being evaluated. Heart rate
is 110/min, and respiratory rate is 30/min. What would best describe this patient's condition? - Correct
Answer: -Respiratory distress
The parents of a 7-year-old child who is undergoing chemotherapy report that the child has been febrile
and has not been feeling well, with recent onset of lethargy. Assessment reveals the following: The child is
difficult to arouse, with pale color. The child's heart rate is 160/min, respiratory rate is 30/min, blood
pressure is 76/45 mm Hg, capillary refill time is 5 to 6 seconds, and temperature is 103°F (39.4°C). What is
the most appropriate intervention?
- Correct Answer: -Obtain vascular access and administer 20 mL/kg of isotonic crystalloid over 5 to 10
minutes
A 2-year-old child presents with a 4-day history of vomiting. The initial impression reveals an unresponsive
child with intermittent apnea and mottled color. Heart rate is 166/min, respiratory rate is now being
supported with bag-mask ventilation, capillary refill time is 5 to 6 seconds, and temperature is 102°F
(38.9°C). What is the best method of establishing immediate vascular access?
- Correct Answer: -Place an intraosseous line
What is the appropriate fluid bolus to administer for a child with hypovolemic shock with adequate
myocardial function?
- Correct Answer: -20 mL/kg normal saline
An alert toddler presents with a barking cough, moderate stridor, and moderate retractions. The child's
color is pink. What is the most appropriate initial intervention?
- Correct Answer: -Administer nebulized epinephrine
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