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Identify The ECG Strip {Ans: Agonal Rhythm/Asystole}A patient with STEMI has ongoing chest discomfort. Heparin 4000 units IV bolus and a heparin infusion of 1000 units per hour are being administered. The patient did not take aspirin because he has a history of gastritis, which was treated 5 years ago. What is your next action? Give enteric-coated aspirin 325 mg rectally Give aspirin 162 to 325 mg to chew Give enteric-coated aspirin 75 mg orally Give clopidogrel 300 mg orally {Ans: Give aspirin 162 to 325 mg to chew}Identify The ECG Strip {Ans: Second-degree Atrioventricular Block (Mobitz II Block)}How does complete chest recoil contribute to effective CPR? Reduces the risk of rib fractures Allows maximum blood return to the heart Reduces rescuer fatigue Increases the rate of chest compressions {Ans: Allows maximum blood return to the heart}A 57-year-old woman has palpitations, chest discomfort, and tachycardia. The monitor shows a regular wide-complex QRS at a rate of 180/min. She becomes diaphoretic, and her blood pressure is 80/60 mm Hg. Which action do you take next? Seek expert consultation Perform electrical cardioversion Establish IV access Obtain a 12-lead ECG {Ans: Perform electrical cardioversion}Identify The ECG Strip