Advanced life support Flashcards
1
Q
what is one way to remove occlusions
A
suction
2
Q
What are some different airways?
A
oropharageal - guidels
nasopharyngeal
Entrotacheal tube
LMA
3
Q
What is the nurses role in ETT intubation
A
prepare larygyscope blade
select correct size
lubricate
may need: magi’s forceps, boogie, stylet
4
Q
what are common rythms you may see in an ecg
A
VT
VF
PEA - pulseless electrical activity
Asystole
5
Q
What does adrenaline do?
A
causes vasoconstriction
for VT or VF
Asystole
PEA
6
Q
What does amioderone do?
A
antiarrythmic
VF or VT
Prevention of recurrent VF or VT
7
Q
What does atropine do?
A
blocks vagus nerve
to increase HR
Asystole
severe bradycardia
8
Q
What should responders do in ALS?
A
- check electrode/paddle position and contact
- secure IV access
- prepare for adrenaline 1 mg every 3 minutes
- consider advanced airway management
