ACLS review

251.  Which of the following factors are least likely to reduce transthoracic resistance during defibrillation?

a.  Use of a conduction gel or gel pads

b. Administration of epinephrine before the defibrillation attempts

c. Application of firm paddle pressure or use of hands-free defibrillation pads

252. Which one of the following rhythms is seen most commonly in the first few minutes of cardiac arrest?

a. Asystole

b. Idioventricular

c. Ventricular fibrillation

d. Third degree heart block

253. All of the following are correct concerning the use of epinephrine during adult cardiac arrest EXCEPT

a. May be replaced by vasopressin

b. Given every 3-5 minutes

c. Given via an endotracheal tube at 2mg

d. Given at doses of 0.1mg/kg

254. What is the recommended dose of epinephrine 1:10000 IV/IO?

a. 1mg

b. 1mg/kg

c. 0.1mg

d. 0.1mg/kg

255. What is the recommended initial dose of Lidocaine in pulseless VF/VT?

a. 0.5-.75mg/kg

b. 1-2mg/kg

c. 1-1.5mg/kg

d. 3mg/kg

Answers 251-255

251 b

252 c

253 d

254 a

255 c


Reviewed 2/28/16