Which Statement Regarding the Use of Medications or Other Therapies

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding the use of medications or other therapies for advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) in the pregnant patient is accurate?

• A) No contraindications exist for use of atropine in pregnancy.
• B) Epinephrine is contraindicated because it decreases uteroplacental perfusion.
• C) Lidocaine is contraindicated because it crosses the placenta and has adverse fetal effects.
• D) Electric therapies are contraindicated because of the potential for electrocution of the infant.

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