A 47-Year-Old Man Is Brought to the Emergency Department After

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Multiple Choice

A 47-year-old man is brought to the emergency department after being injured by a lightning strike 10 minutes ago.  He was playing tennis when a thunderstorm suddenly developed.  He was struck by cloud-to-ground lightning and thrown several feet by the force of the bolt.  Bystanders initiated chest compressions immediately.  Emergency medical services arrived within 5 minutes and found the patient in cardiac arrest.  On examination, his pupils are dilated and unresponsive to light.  The electrical rhythm appears to be asystole.  Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?

• A)Attempt defibrillation
• B)Continue chest compressions
• C)Give patient amiodarone
• D)Give patient atropine
• E)Stop resuscitation

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