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Arrhythmia info

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What is needed in a code?   CPR  
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When is a positive inotropic drug needed?   to increase perfusion  
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What is an alpha stimulant that is contra-indiacted in hypovolemia?   Norepinephrine (Levophed)  
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What drug can only be given once or twice in a code?   Vasopressin  
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How does the patient feel in third degree heart block?   drowsy (dizzy, fatigued)  
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What causes sinus tachycardia?   your 3 morning cups of coffee  
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How does the patient feel in with an apical heart rate of 80 and 4 PACs per minute?   fine  
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Adenosine (Adenocard) is contr-indicated for patients with__________.   asthma  
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What priority assessments are made of a patient following a transesophageal echocardiogram?   gag, LOC, perfusion (bleeding)  
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The rhythm for a patient in atrial fibrillation will be__________.   irregular  
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In pacemaker talk, the minimum amount of energy needed to ensure capture is called the __________.   threshold  
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How can "frozen sholder" be prevented?   passive ROM  
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What is the best route to administer KCl?   oral  
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What assessment tool during a code indirectly assesses metabolism and circulation   capnography  
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What is essential to know when deciding to continue treatment for a patient in asystole?   advance directive  
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Can an AED be used on anyone?   no  
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In a patient with a demand pacemaker, describe the apical rhythm with a patientexperiencing competition.   irregular, sometimes rapid  
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What treatment is priority for a patient in first degree AV block?   observation and assessment  
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Name one complication of vagal stimulation.   asystole, bradycardia, plaque migration  
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