You Are the First on the Scene of a 72-Year-Old

question 40

Multiple Choice

You are the first on the scene of a 72-year-old patient in cardiac arrest.You have your medical supply kit,oxygen,and an AED.At least 4 to 5 minutes of high-quality CPR has been provided by the police officer who arrived before you.You have confirmed an open airway,apnea,and pulselessness.Which of the following should you do next?

• A) Perform one-rescuer CPR until additional personnel arrive.
• B) Apply the defibrillator pads and shock as indicated.
• C) Perform bag-valve-mask ventilations with supplemental oxygen for 30 seconds before applying the defibrillator pads.
• D) Contact medical direction before taking any action.

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