Question 176 · LEK · Defibrillation
The recommended value of defibrillation energy for children is:
- A. 2 J/kg for the first and subsequent shocks.
- B. 2 J/kg for the first and 3 J/kg for subsequent shocks.
- C. 3 J/kg for the first and 4 J/kg for subsequent shocks.
- D. 4 J/kg for the first and subsequent shocks.
- E. 4 J/kg for the first and 5 J/kg for subsequent shocks.
Hint
Current European paediatric guidelines use one fixed weight-based energy for the first and following shocks.
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