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ACLS Pharmacology & Medications Flashcards

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  1. What is the first-line antiarrhythmic drug recommended for shock-refractory ventricular fibrillation (VF) in ACLS?

    Answer: Amiodarone

    Amiodarone is the first-line antiarrhythmic for shock-refractory VF, given as a 300 mg IV bolus.

  2. What is the standard adult dose of epinephrine administered during cardiac arrest in ACLS?

    Answer: 1 mg IV every 3–5 minutes

    The standard ACLS dose of epinephrine during cardiac arrest is 1 mg IV/IO every 3–5 minutes.

  3. Which drug is the treatment of choice for symptomatic bradycardia in ACLS?

    Answer: Atropine

    Atropine 0.5 mg IV is the first drug used for symptomatic bradycardia in ACLS.

  4. What is the recommended dose of adenosine for the first dose when treating stable SVT?

    Answer: 6 mg rapid IV push

    The first dose of adenosine for stable SVT is 6 mg given as a rapid IV push followed by a 20 mL saline flush.

  5. Which medication is specifically indicated for torsades de pointes (TdP) in ACLS?

    Answer: Magnesium sulfate

    Magnesium sulfate 1–2 g IV is the treatment of choice for torsades de pointes.

  6. What is the maximum total dose of atropine allowed in ACLS for bradycardia?

    Answer: 3 mg

    The maximum cumulative dose of atropine for bradycardia in ACLS is 3 mg (six 0.5 mg doses).