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What is the recommended action if capture is maintained but the patient remains symptomatic of inadequate tissue perfusion during pacing?
What is the recommended action if capture is maintained but the patient remains symptomatic of inadequate tissue perfusion during pacing?
- Discontinue pacing immediately.
- Increase the rate by 10 bpm until 120 bpm is reached.
- Decrease the rate by 10 bpm.
- Consider increasing the rate by 20 bpm until 100 bpm is reached. (correct)
What should be checked if a patient is not responding to pacing therapy?
What should be checked if a patient is not responding to pacing therapy?
- Check the connection of the IV access.
- Check the batteries of the oxygen-powered breathing device.
- Use more sedation to minimize patient discomfort.
- Ensure the pads are properly placed and have good contact with the skin. (correct)
When applying a 12-lead ECG, what indicates a contraindication for its use?
When applying a 12-lead ECG, what indicates a contraindication for its use?
- Shortness of breath with pulmonary edema
- Coronary ischemic chest discomfort
- Return of spontaneous circulation after any ACLS treatment for arrest
- Approval from the Base Hospital (correct)
What is a possible indication for using Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)?
What is a possible indication for using Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)?
If a patient presents with severe shortness of breath due to congestive heart failure, which assistance device would be most appropriate?
If a patient presents with severe shortness of breath due to congestive heart failure, which assistance device would be most appropriate?
What should be done if a patient with inadequate tissue perfusion has a systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg during treatment?
What should be done if a patient with inadequate tissue perfusion has a systolic blood pressure less than 90 mmHg during treatment?
What is the primary purpose of a standard call-in for patients with suspected stroke or cardiac issues?
What is the primary purpose of a standard call-in for patients with suspected stroke or cardiac issues?
What does the presence of 'ACUTE MI SUSPECTED' on a Physio-Control Monitor LifePak 12 indicate?
What does the presence of 'ACUTE MI SUSPECTED' on a Physio-Control Monitor LifePak 12 indicate?
In the context of prehospital field information, what role do EMS personnel play in determining a pregnant patient's destination?
In the context of prehospital field information, what role do EMS personnel play in determining a pregnant patient's destination?
What is the significance of 'Stat Trauma Call-in'?
What is the significance of 'Stat Trauma Call-in'?
Which medical condition is specifically mentioned as a reason for a standard call-in?
Which medical condition is specifically mentioned as a reason for a standard call-in?
In what circumstances should EMS personnel never assume that a pregnant patient goes directly to labor and delivery?
In what circumstances should EMS personnel never assume that a pregnant patient goes directly to labor and delivery?
What is the recommended initial rate for transcutaneous pacer (TCP) in the provided text?
What is the recommended initial rate for transcutaneous pacer (TCP) in the provided text?
When should pacing be attempted in an adult with symptomatic bradycardia according to the text?
When should pacing be attempted in an adult with symptomatic bradycardia according to the text?
What should precede pacing in a child with bradycardia?
What should precede pacing in a child with bradycardia?
In what situation can a pacer be used on the order of a physician in an interfacility transfer according to the text?
In what situation can a pacer be used on the order of a physician in an interfacility transfer according to the text?
When considering administering Fentanyl and/or Midazolam, what should be done if IV access is impossible according to the text?
When considering administering Fentanyl and/or Midazolam, what should be done if IV access is impossible according to the text?
What should be increased by 10mA until capture/pulses are noted when using a transcutaneous pacer as per the provided information?
What should be increased by 10mA until capture/pulses are noted when using a transcutaneous pacer as per the provided information?
