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Exam (elaborations) ACLS Exam Version B- Questions and Answers GRADED A+ ACLS Exam Version B- Questions and Answers GRADED A+ What should be done to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? A. Perform pulse checks only after defibrillation. B. Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging. C. Administer IV medications only when breaths are given. D. Continue to use AED even after the arrival of a manual defibrillator. 2. Which condition is an indication to stop or withhold r...

ACLS Cardiac Arrest Defibrillation and Drugs Questions and rated A+ answer 2023/2024 What is the purpose of defibrillation - correct answer Stuns the heart and briefly stops all electrical activity- if the heart is still viable, its normal pacemakers may eventually resume electrical activity What is the initial tx of VF and pulseless VT? - correct answer Defibrillation. CPR until defibrillator is available What is the ACLS standard dose of Epinephrine during an adult cardiac arrest? -...

Which of the following is an example of care that is provided using standing orders? Medical control is contacted by the EMT after a patient with chest pain refuses EMS care. The EMT defibrillates a cardiac arrest patient, begins CPR, and then contacts medical control. A physician gives the EMT an order via radio to administer oral glucose to a diabetic patient. Following an overdose, the EMT contacts the medical director for permission to give activated charcoal. - Answer The EMT defibril...

ACLS Exam Version A 2020-2021 questions with answers Course Acls Institution Acls What should be done to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? A. Perform pulse checks only after defibrillation. B. Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging. C. Administer IV medications only when breaths are given. D. Continue to use AED even after the arrival of a manual defibrillator. 2. Which condition is an indication to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts? A. Unwitnessed arre...

Critical Care Nursing: Rhythm Interpretation and MI Mrs. Singh is a 64 year old female admitted to the ICU from ED post cardiac arrest. Mrs. Singh was defibrillated X2 for ventricular fibrillation and she subsequently converted to sinus rhythm. However, Mrs. Singh remains unconscious and is now intubated and ventilated. Past Medical History (PMH): hypertension that is controlled by medication. Current Medications: hydrochlorothiazide 25mg po daily and perindopril 2 mg po daily. All...

ACLS Exam Version B 2020-2021 questions with answers Course Acls Institution Acls What should be done to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? A. Perform pulse checks only after defibrillation. B. Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging. C. Administer IV medications only when breaths are given. D. Continue to use AED even after the arrival of a manual defibrillator. 2. Which condition is an indication to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts? A. Unwitnessed arre...

ACLS Exam Version B 2020-2021 questions with answers Course Acls Institution Acls What should be done to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? A. Perform pulse checks only after defibrillation. B. Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging. C. Administer IV medications only when breaths are given. D. Continue to use AED even after the arrival of a manual defibrillator. 2. Which condition is an indication to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts? A. Unwitnessed arre...

ACLS Exam Version B 2020-2021 questions with answers Course Acls Institution Acls What should be done to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? A. Perform pulse checks only after defibrillation. B. Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging. C. Administer IV medications only when breaths are given. D. Continue to use AED even after the arrival of a manual defibrillator. 2. Which condition is an indication to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts? A. Unwitnessed arre...

ACLS Exam Version B 2020-2021 questions with answers Course Acls Institution Acls What should be done to minimize interruptions in chest compressions during CPR? A. Perform pulse checks only after defibrillation. B. Continue CPR while the defibrillator is charging. C. Administer IV medications only when breaths are given. D. Continue to use AED even after the arrival of a manual defibrillator. 2. Which condition is an indication to stop or withhold resuscitative efforts? A. Unwitnessed arre...