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What are the first three things you should do for a patient in pulseless arrest?
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1) BLS Algorhythm: Call for help & give CPR.
2) Give oxygen when available. 3) Attach monitor/defibrillator when available. |
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With pulseless arrest, what should be done after the first three things?
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Check for a rhythm?
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Why is it important to check for a rhythm?
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To see if the rhythm is shockable.
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Which pulseless rhythms are shockable?
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V-fib and V-tach
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Which pulseless rhythms aren't shockable?
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Asystole and PEA
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If a patient is in V-fib or V-tach, what should be done first?
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Give one shock.
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How much of shock should be given for v-fib/v-tach?
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Biphasic = 120-200 J
Monophasic = 360 J |
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What should be done immediately following v-fib/v-tach shock?
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Perform 5 cycles of CPR.
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What should be done after the 5 cycles of CPR?
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Check the rhythm to see if it's shockable.
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What 2 things should be done if the rhythm is shockable?
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1) Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging.
2) Give 1 shock (biphasic =120-200 J, monophasic = 360 J). |
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What should be done immediately after the shock?
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Resume CPR.
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What should be given during CPR once IV/IO access has been established.
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Give epinephrine 1 mg every 3-5 minutes.
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What can be given instead of epinephrine?
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vasopressin 40 U
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When can vasopressin be given in place of epinephrine?
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for the 1st or 2nd dose
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What should be done after epinephrine/vasopressin administration?
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Give 5 cycles of CPR
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