ROSC Flashcards
what important to rember if pt was in vf
Early re-arrest is common with likely VF – stay ready for early defib
what is your intial action when achieving a rosc
Preparation for Transfer & Prepare for re-arrest
when reassesing what should you consider for airway
Is the airway still effective?
Does it need to be upgraded?
Is it secure?
when reassesing what should you consider for breathing
Is the patient breathing?
Assisted ventilations if necessary
Record and maintain O2 saturations between 94-98%
Is wave form capnography acceptable?
when reassesing what should you consider for circulation
Is your IV/IO access appropriate? Record BP
12 Lead ECG
Fluids
Symptomatic bradycardia? Vasopressors/Inotropes (adrenaline)
when reassesing what should you consider for disablity
Any response from the patient? Estimate GCS
Pupillary response?
Targeted temperature management? Seizures/sedation
Blood Glucose measurement
when reassesing what should you consider for exposure
Quick secondary survey
Important to check for easily missed reversible causes
Assess surroundings Gain history
Pain relief?