PALS Chapter 11: Post-Resuscitation Care Practice Test

1) What is the target oxygen saturation range for a child after successful resuscitation?

2) Which of the following is a reliable indicator of end-organ perfusion in children?

3) Which intervention may reduce secondary brain injury post-arrest?

4) Which of the following combinations best reflects adequate end-organ perfusion?

5) Which of the following is a priority in early post-resuscitation care?

6) What action supports gastrointestinal function after cardiac arrest?

7) Which clinical sign is helpful to evaluate brain perfusion following resuscitation?

8) What urine output value generally reflects adequate renal perfusion in a child?

9) What respiratory goal should be maintained in pediatric post-resuscitation care?

10) What GI complication may arise in post-resuscitation patients due to hypoperfusion?

11) In the context of post-resuscitation, what does cool or mottled skin suggest?

12) Which lab value helps evaluate hematologic status in post-resuscitation care?

13) Which of the following findings suggests poor neurological recovery?

14) In hematological monitoring post-resuscitation, what condition may develop from poor perfusion and acidosis?

15) Which electrolyte imbalance may occur due to poor renal function post-resuscitation?

16) Which organ system is most affected by decreased perfusion following cardiac arrest?

17) What is a key goal of cardiovascular management after pediatric resuscitation?

18) Why is mental status closely monitored after resuscitation?

19) A post-arrest child has persistent oliguria. What is the likely concern?

20) A child post-cardiac arrest has mottled skin and weak peripheral pulses. What does this likely indicate?