Emergency Medicine VF/VT Quiz
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What is the recommended protocol if a patient is in VF following multiple failed defibrillation attempts?

  • Re-evaluation of electrode placement
  • Consideration of pharmacological interventions (correct)
  • Immediate administration of vasopressors
  • Continuous chest compressions without interruption

    • Which of the following should not be done when dealing with a patient in VF after three defibrillation attempts?

  • Delay advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) measures (correct)
  • Administer anti-arrhythmic drugs
  • Monitor the patient for a pulse
  • Resume defibrillation attempts every 2 minutes

    • What should be the next step following unsuccessful defibrillation for a patient in VF?

  • Continue with synchronized cardioversion
  • Initiate advanced airway management
  • Reassess and provide high-quality CPR (correct)
  • Administer a higher energy dose for defibrillation

    • Which intervention is typically prioritized after three unsuccessful defibrillation attempts in a VF case?

    <p>Administration of epinephrine or other adrenergic agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a scenario where a patient remains in VF after defibrillation, what is a critical aspect to assess?

    <p>Assess the effectiveness of CPR being delivered</p> Signup and view all the answers

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