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What is the action of Adenosine?

  • Speeds up electrical conduction time through the AV node
  • Halts blood flow through the heart
  • Slows electrical conduction time through the AV node (correct)
  • Stimulates electrical conduction time through AV node

Which patient population should receive a dose of 50 grams PO if under one year of age?

  • Any patient with tachycardia
  • Adult patients (correct)
  • Patients over 65 years
  • Ages 1-12 years

What is the primary indication for using Adenosine?

  • Prevention of atrial fibrillation
  • Treatment of hypertension
  • Conversion of PSVT to sinus rhythm (correct)
  • Asthma exacerbation

What is a contraindication for the use of Adenosine?

<p>Bradycardia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about Adenosine is FALSE?

<p>Causes changes in blood pressure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a caution that should be exercised when administering Adenosine?

<p>Patients with asthma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main action of Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin)?

<p>Reduces the loss of myocardium in MI (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be a common side effect of Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin)?

<p>Increased risk of bleeding due to reduced platelet aggregation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Central California EMS, which route is approved for the administration of Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin)?

<p>Sublingual (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the contraindications for the use of Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin)?

<p>Pregnancy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition would be an indication for using Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin)?

<p>Heart attack prevention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the peak drug concentration time in serum for Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin)?

<p>6 hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct administration route for Adenosine?

<p>Intravenous (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage of Adenosine for an adult patient?

<p>6 mg (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a patient does not convert after the first dose of Adenosine, what should be the dosage for the second administration?

<p>12 mg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the action of Albuterol in the body?

<p>Relaxes bronchial smooth muscle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding Albuterol's mechanism of action?

<p>It is Beta2 selective (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can Adenosine be administered during radio failure?

<p>Only if ETA to hospital is greater than 15 minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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