Wednesday, May 1, 2013


Q: Which modality/drug is no more recommended for Asystole per 2010 ACLS guidelines?

A) Epinephrine
B) Atropine
C) Transcutaneous Pacemaker
D) Transvenous Pacemaker
E) Vasopressin


Answer: B

In ACLS, Atropine is no more recommended during Asystole/PEA. Routine use of atropine during PEA or asystole has not shown any therapeutic benefit.

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