ACLS review

266.   Epinephrine may be used in treating all of the following EXCEPT?

a. Asystole

b. Ventricular fibrillation

c. Supraventricular tachycardia

d. Bradycardia pulseless electrical activity

267.  A 62 year old female arrives to the ER complaining of chest pain radiating to her neck and back. Her BP 156/87, Temp 98.0, respirations 20, pulse 115.  The initial management of this patient might include:

a. Oxygen, vagal maneuvers, adenosine 6mg rapid IV push

b. Oxygen, EKG, IV, nitro, aspirin, morphine

c. Oxygen, IV, epinephrine 1mg IV bolus

d. Oxygen, IV, nitro, morphine, defibrillation

268.  What is the recommended maximum dose of adenosine?

a. 0.5 mg

b. 1.5mg/kg

c. 300mg

d. 12mg

269.  All are correct about using an oropharyngeal airway EXCEPT:

a. It is measured from corner of mouth to ear lobe

b. It facilitates oral suctioning of the patient

c. It reduces the risk of aspiration of gastric contents

d. It should be removed when a gag reflex is present

270. What treatment is preferred for unstable bradycardia?

a. Unsynchronized shocks

b. Pacing

c. Immediate defibrillation

d. Cardioversion 50-100 joules

Answers 266-270

266.  c

267.  b

268.  d

269.  c

270.  b


Reviewed 2/28/16