American Red Cross-ACLS-Final Questions and Correct Answers the Latest Update
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American Red Cross-ACLS
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American Red Cross-ACLS
A patient is in cardiac arrest. The cardiac monitor shows asystole. In addition
to providing continuous high-quality CPR, what is the other priority intervention
for this patient?
Administering epinephrine as early as possible
A patient has experienced return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC...
American Red Cross-ACLS-Final
Questions and Correct Answers the
Latest Update
A patient is in cardiac arrest. The cardiac monitor shows asystole. In addition
to providing continuous high-quality CPR, what is the other priority intervention
for this patient?
✓ Administering epinephrine as early as possible
A patient has experienced return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) after
cardiac arrest. The healthcare team is conducting a secondary assessment to
determine the possible cause of the patient's cardiac arrest. Before the arrest,
the patient exhibited jugular venous distension, cyanosis, apnea and
hyperresonance on percussion. The patient was also difficult to ventilate during
the response. The team would most likely suspect which condition as the cause?
✓ Tension Pneumothorax
A patient with suspected stroke arrives at the emergency department. The
patient is diagnosed with acute ischemic stroke and is a candidate for fibrinolytic
therapy. To achieve the best outcomes, this therapy should be initiated within
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