In the ED, a patient with symptomatic bradycardia (HR 30/min) and hypotension is treated per ACLS. Which initial medication and dose are correct?...

Question

In the ED, a patient with symptomatic bradycardia (HR 30/min) and hypotension is treated per ACLS. Which initial medication and dose are correct?

Accepted Answer

Atropine 1 mg IV, repeat every 3-5 minutes to 3 mg total

Answer

Atropine 0.5 mg IV, repeat to 1 mg total

Answer

Epinephrine 1 mg IV push

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Adenosine 6 mg IV push

Answer

Atropine 2 mg IV once only

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Symptomatic Bradycardia ACLS