Question 149 · LEK · Heart rhythm analysis
Which of the following is the proper management of a low-voltage VF?
- A. defibrillation 150 J.
- B. defibrillation 200 J.
- C. defibrillation 360 J.
- D. chest pressures.
- E. 300 mg of amiodarone given i.v.
Hint
Consider whether very fine VF, hard to tell from asystole, is likely to respond to a shock and what can increase its amplitude.
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