Ventricular Asystole Flashcards
1
Q
What meds should a nurse give during asystole ?
A
Atropine
epinephrine : 1mg IV push 3-5 min
vasopressin
2
Q
which is the most life threating rhythm?
A
ventricular dysrhythmias
3
Q
what are warning signs for ventricular dysrhythmia?
A
PVCs, V-Fib, Asystole
4
Q
Nonsurgical management for ventricular dysrhythmias ?
A
vagal maneuvers done by doctors
5
Q
what are causes for lethal rhythms?
A
Acid base imbalance
acute coronary syndrome
cardiomyopathies
electrolyte imbalance
