PALS Cardiac Arrest Algorithm 2

Question 1

During pediatric CPR, what is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio when two rescuers are present and the airway is NOT secured with an advanced airway?

Accepted Answer

15:2

Answer

Two-rescuer pediatric CPR uses a 15:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio when no advanced airway is in place.

Question 2

A child in cardiac arrest has been intubated with an endotracheal tube. What is the correct ventilation rate while CPR continues?

Accepted Answer

8–10 breaths per minute

Answer

Once an advanced airway is in place, deliver asynchronous ventilations at 8–10 breaths per minute without pausing compressions.

Question 3

Which of the following is the MOST common initial shockable rhythm in pediatric cardiac arrest?

Accepted Answer

Asystole

Answer

Asystole is the most common initial rhythm in pediatric cardiac arrest, often resulting from respiratory failure or hypoxia.

Question 4

For a shockable pediatric rhythm, what is the recommended initial defibrillation dose?

Accepted Answer

2 J/kg

Answer

The initial defibrillation dose for pediatric patients is 2 J/kg.

Question 5

After the second unsuccessful defibrillation attempt in a child with VF, what is the recommended subsequent energy dose?

Accepted Answer

4 J/kg

Answer

Subsequent defibrillation attempts after the second shock should use 4 J/kg or higher (up to 10 J/kg or adult maximum).

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Practice Test

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Practice Test

PALS Cardiac Arrest Algorithm 2