PALS Chapter 11: Post-Resuscitation Care Practice Test

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8) Why is mental status closely monitored after resuscitation?

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

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

11) What action supports gastrointestinal function after cardiac arrest?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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