Cardiac Arrest

Question 1

A persistent ETCO2 below 1.2kPa is associated with

Answer 1

Futility, however cannot be used in isolation for cessation for arrest

Question 2

During continuous chest compressions, how often should ventilation take place

Answer 2

1 every 6 seconds

Question 3

How far should defib pads be placed from an implanted device (in cm)

Answer 3

8cm

Question 4

If CPR induced consciousness is observed, what should be considered?

Answer 4

Sedation

Question 5

In refractory VF/VT, what pad position should be considered?

Answer 5

A/P

Question 6

LOST stands for?

Answer 6

Low output state in trauma

Question 7

The presenting rhythm in TCA is most likely to be?

Answer 7

PEA / Asystole

Question 8

What is an advance directive?

Answer 8

An expression of a person’s wishes, thoughts or preferences for their end of life care.

Can be based on conversations, written directives, living wills or durable powers of attorney.

The legality of them varies, but a written ADR tends to carry more weight than recollections or conversations