The respiratory therapist is called to a patient's room as part of the rapid response team (RRT). The patient is unconscious and pulseless. The EKG monitor displays asystole. Which of the following actions would NOT be indicated at this time?
a. Call a code.
b. Begin CPR.
c. Defibrillate the patient.
d. Administer ACLS medications.
C
Electric shock (defibrillation) is not effective for this rhythm—CPR and ACLS medications are required. The therapist should call a code, begin CPR, and administer ACLS medications that are used to stimulate electrical activity of the heart. Defibrillation is only effective if the heart has no electrical activity.
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