PEA / Asystole Flashcards
1
Q
True or False: PEA is a shockable rhythm
A
FALSE. asystole and PEA are NOT shockable
2
Q
What is the course of treatment for a patient in asystole or PEA?
A
- LOC
- Circulation - CPR prn
- IV, O2, Monitors
- Epi 1 mg (Q 3-5 mins) - continue CPR
- Epi 1 mg (Q 3-5 mins) - continue CPR
- H’s & T’s
3
Q
How long should you pause CPR to conduct a rhythm check?
A
No more than 10 Seconds
4
Q
What are the 2 most common and easily reversible causes of PEA?
A
Hypovolemia and Hypoxia
5
Q
True or False: You should stop compressions to administer drugs
A
FALSE
6
Q
A palpable carotid pulse is indicative of a systolic pressure of _____
a palpable radial pulse is indicative of a systolic pressure of _____
A
Carotid = systolic >60 Radial = systolic >90
