Question 155 · LEK · Defibrillation
Which of the following is the most effective procedure that can lead to ventricular fibrillation or the return of normal rhythm in the case of asystole occurring directly after defibrillation?
- A. chest compressions.
- B. precordial thump.
- C. 300 mg of amiodarone given i.v.
- D. external electric stimulation of the heart.
- E. two rescue breaths.
Hint
Remember what the ALS algorithm says to do immediately after delivering a shock, regardless of the rhythm that follows.
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