Acls Pre-Course Self-Assessment 60 Correctly Answered Questions Latest Update

A patient's 12-lead ECG is transmitted by the paramedics and shows a STEMI. When the patient arrives in the emergency department, the rhythm shown here is seen on the cardiac monitor. The patient has resolution of moderate (5/10) chest pain after 3 doses of sublingual nitroglycerin. Blood pressure is 104/70 mm Hg. Which intervention is most important in reducing this patient's in-hospital and 30-day mortality rate? Reperfusion therapy Nitroglycerin administration Application of transcutaneous pacemaker Atropine administration {Ans: Reperfusion therapy}How does complete chest recoil contribute to effective CPR? Reduces the risk of rib fractures Allows maximum blood return to the heart Reduces rescuer fatigue Increases the rate of chest compressions {Ans: Allows maximum blood return to the heart}A 35-year-old woman presents with a chief complaint of palpitations. She has no chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or light-headedness. Her blood pressure is 120/78 mm Hg. Which intervention is indicated first? Adenosine 3 mg IV bolus Metoprolol 5 mg IV and repeat if necessary Vagal maneuvers Adenosine 12 mg IV slow push (over 1 to 2 minutes) {Ans: Vagal maneuvers}A patient is in refractory ventricular fibrillation. High-quality CPR is in progress. One dose of epinephrine was given after the second