ALS/ACLS - Team Response Scenario - Theresa Coleman [2022]
COMPLETE SOLUTION
Review the rhythm shown here and then decide how Dr. Ruiz should direct the team's immediate next actions. -
What are the team's approp
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ALS/ACLS - Team Response Scenario - Theresa Coleman [2022]
COMPLETE SOLUTION
Review the rhythm shown here and then decide how Dr. Ruiz should direct the team's immediate next actions. -
What are the team's appropriate next actions?
After 2 minutes of CPR, the rhythm remains the same. What interventions are appropriate at this time? -
What is the correct dose of epinephrine to give?
At the third rhythm check, the rhythm remains the same. Which actions are appropriate at this time? -
What is the correct initial dose of amiodarone to give? -
In searching for Hs and Ts, which of the following diagnostic tests would be appropriate to order at this time? -
Based on the rhythm shown on the monitor, what is the appropriate next action? -
What are the team's appropriate next actions? -
What should the team do next? -.
How should Dr. Ruiz direct the team's immediate next actions?
Initial assessment findings for Mrs. Coleman are as follows:Blood pressure: 65/52 mmHgPulse: 124 bpmPulse oximetry: 83%ETCO2: 22 mmHgBased on these initial assessment findings, what should the team do next?
The team administers two fluid boluses to Mrs. Coleman. After the second fluid bolus, Mrs. Coleman maintains a systolic blood pressure greater than 90 mmHg. However, if the hypotension had persisted despite fluid therapy, the team would consider vasopressor infusion with epinephrine, norepinephrine or dopamine. What is the appropriate dose for epinephrine?
Is Mrs. Coleman a candidate for targeted temperature management (TTM)? -
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