Question

A 26-year-old with AF is found unresponsive in the community. Rhythm shows pulseless electrical activity (PEA). According to AHA ACLS 2020, which action is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Synchronized cardioversion at 100 J

Answer

which action is appropriate?

Answer

Defibrillate immediately at 200 J biphasic

Answer

Administer epinephrine 1 mg IV/IO every 3-5 minutes during high-quality CPR

Answer

Give amiodarone 300 mg IV push as first-line

Practice question

A 26-year-old with AF is found unresponsive in the community. Rhythm shows pulseless electrical activity (PEA). According to AHA ACLS 2020, which action is appropriate?