10 Questions
What is the most common type of shockable rhythm in cardiac arrest?
Ventricular fibrillation
Which condition does not lead to a shockable rhythm in cardiac arrest?
Cardiac asystole
What is the primary difference in the management of shockable versus non-shockable cardiac arrest rhythms?
Use of defibrillator
Which of the following is not a metabolic cause of non-cardiac related cardiac arrest?
HOCM
In which syndrome can prolonged Q-T interval be observed, leading to an increased risk of cardiac arrest?
Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
What is the recommended timing for starting CPR once cardiac arrest diagnosis has been established?
Within 3 minutes
What action should be taken to prevent the tongue from falling backward during CPR?
Tilt the head back
What is the correct technique for external cardiac massage during CPR?
Compressing the lower half of the sternum against the spine while keeping arms bent
For what condition is amiodarone recommended as a treatment during cardiac arrest management?
Hyperkalemia-induced VTAC
When should an IV of epinephrine be administered during cardiac arrest management?
After DC shock at 360 joules in case of failure
Test your knowledge on cardiac arrest, including its definition, types, and management differences. Learn about shockable (ventricular fibrillation) and non-shockable (cardiac asystole, electromechanical dissociation) rhythms.
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