1
Q
What are the appropriate steps to take for a patient in V-Fib or PULSELESS V-Tach?
A
- LOC (Level of Consciousness)
- Circulation - CPR PRN
- IV, O2, Monitors
- Defibrillate (120J) - biphasic
- Epinephrine 1 mg (Q 3-5 mins)
- Defibrillate (150J) - biphasic
- Epinephrine 1 mg (Q 3-5 mins)
- Defibrillate (200J) - biphasic
- Amioderone 300 mg IV
- Defibrillate (200J) - biphasic
- Amioderone 150 mg IV
- Hs & Ts
2
Q
What are the reversible causes of Cardiac Arrest (H’s & T’s)?
A
Hypovolemia Hypoxia Hydrogen ions (acidosis) Hypo-/Hyperkalemia Hypothermia
Tension PTX Tamponade, Cardiac Toxins Thrombosis - pulmonary Thrombosis - coronary
3
Q
What drug can be used in place of Epi for a patient in VF or Pulseless V-Tach?
A
Vasopressin
4
Q
If the patients rhythm converts to Torsades de Pointes, which drug should be considered?
A
Magnesium Sulfate
5
Q
Which drugs can be administered through an endotracheal tube?
A
Narcan Atropine Vasopressin Epinephrine Lidocaine
6
Q
The typical does of drugs administered via ETT is _____ compared to IV route?
A
2-2.5 X
