A Patient's Cardiac Monitor Has a Pattern of Undulations of Varying

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Multiple Choice

A patient's cardiac monitor has a pattern of undulations of varying contours and amplitude with no measurable ECG pattern. The patient is unconscious and pulseless. Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Defibrillate at 360 joules.
• B) Give O₂ per bag-valve-mask.
• C) Give epinephrine (Adrenalin) IV.
• D) Prepare for endotracheal intubation.

Understand the common themes and key differences among various schools of psychotherapy.

Identify specific psychotherapeutic techniques and their intended outcomes.

Recognize the significance of the therapist-client relationship in psychotherapy.

Understand the role of psychotherapy in managing mental disorders worldwide.

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