ALS Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
Shockable Rhythms
A
VF
Pulseless VT
2
Q
Non shockable rhythms
A
PEA
Asystole
3
Q
4Hs
A
Hypoxia
Hypovoleamia
Hypo/hyperkalaemia
Hypo/hyperthermia
4
Q
4Ts
A
Thrombosis (coronary or pulmonary)
Tension pneumothorax
Tamponade
Toxins
5
Q
3 things to ask for when starting CPR
A
Put out double 2 double 2
Ask for adult resuscitation team
Get a resuscitation trolley with a defib
6
Q
How often should adrenaline be administered
A
Every 3-5 minutes
7
Q
Drug dosages for during CPR
A
1mg adrenaline
300mg amiodarone
8
Q
When should adrenaline and amiodarone be given?
A
After the 3rd shock in shockable rhythms (VF or pulseless VT)
Immediately in PEA /asystole
9
Q
What suggests ROSC?
A
Increase in end-tidal CO2
