Question
What modifications to basic and advanced cardiac life support are required in an adult patient with a cardiac arrest secondary to unintentional (environmental) hypothermia? (100%)
Answer
FACEM SAQ Exam 2009.1 – Question 6
- The overall pass rate for this question was 54/81 (66.7%).
- Pass Criteria
- A core EM topic. Pass criteria were a sound knowledge of accepted BLS/ALS algorithms and addressing the specific differences related to a hypothermic patient.
- Features of unsuccessful answers
- Failed candidates showed lack of knowledge re ALS or specifics related to airway management, defibrillation and drug administration in the cold patient.
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