ALS/ACLS - Team Response Scenario - Javier Hernandez Questions and Answers Latest Version [2023/2024] Rated A+

ALS/ACLS - Team Response Scenario - Javier Hernandez Questions and Answers Latest Version [2023/2024] Rated A+ **What is the rhythm observed on the cardiac monitor?** ** Answer: Sinus Bradycardia** **Following the primary assessment, what additional steps should the medical team take?** ** Answer: 1. Ensure vascular access and administer atropine. 2. Administer supplemental oxygen.** **After three minutes post-atropine administration, the heart rate increases slightly to 34 bpm with no clinical improvement. What should the team do next?** ** Answer: 1. "Valerie, please administer a second dose of atropine." 2. "Haley, please attach defibrillator/pacing pads."** **What is the new rhythm observed on the monitor?** ** Answer: Ventricular tachycardia** **What should the team do next after identifying ventricular tachycardia?** ** Answer: Check for responsiveness, breathing, and a pulse.** **Mr. Hernandez is unresponsive, with no pulse and no breathing. What should be the next step?** ** Answer: Begin CPR and administer one shock.** **After one shock and 2 minutes of CPR, the rhythm remains unchanged. What is the next step?** ** Answer: Resume CPR, administer one shock, and administer epinephrine.** **To ensure high-quality CPR, what actions should Dr. Hudson take as the team leader?** ** Answer: 1. Minimize interruptions to compressions. 2. Provide compressions that are at least 2 inches (5 centimeters) deep but not more than 2.4 inches (6 centimeters). 3. Maintain a compression rate of 100 to 120 per minute. 4. Avoid excessive ventilations.** **