PALS Review Questions

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6.  What are four non-profusing heart rhythms in s pediatric patient?
Asystole, PEA, pulseless VF, and pulseless VT

7. In the treatment of asystole, how often can epinephrine be repeated?
Every 3-5 minutes

8. What is the dose of atropine used in the treatment of unstable bradycardia?
0.02mg/kg IV/IO

9. What is the primary treatment for ventricular fibrillation?
Defibrillation

10. Name five ways in which you can positively confirm ET tube placement
Direct cord visualization
End-tidal CO2
Bilateral breath sounds
CXR
Continuous capnography

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