PEA/asystole – adrenaline — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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Child in cardiac arrest with PEA/asystole. CPR in progress. IV access obtained. What is the first-line drug?

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Correct answer: C — Adrenaline 10 mcg/kg IV

IV adrenaline 10 mcg/kg (0.1 mL/kg of 1:10,000, max 1 mg) every 3-5 minutes for non-shockable arrest. IO if no IV. IM NOT used in cardiac arrest.

Reference: ANZCOR – 2024 – Paediatric ALS