Cardiac Arrest and Post-Resuscitation Care
NREMT Paramedic Level · Flashcards
NREMT PARAMEDIC LEVEL · FLASHCARDS
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Which energy dose is recommended for the first biphasic defibrillation attempt in VF/pVT?
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What ventilation rate is recommended after an advanced airway is placed during CPR?
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What is the amiodarone dose for refractory VF/pVT after defibrillation attempts?
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300 mg IV/IO bolus, then 150 mg IV/IO once. Amiodarone stabilizes cardiac membranes and prolongs refractory periods to terminate refractory ventricular arrhythmias.
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