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Which of the following rhythms is treated with synchronized cardioversion in pediatric advanced life support (PALS)?

A.

Ventricular fibrillation

B.

Pulseless ventricular tachycardia

C.

Supraventricular tachycardia with poor perfusion

D.

Asystole

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A. Ventricular fibrillation and B. Pulseless ventricular tachycardia are treated with defibrillation, not synchronized cardioversion.

   C. Supraventricular tachycardia with poor perfusion is treated with synchronized cardioversion in pediatric advanced life support (PALS).

   D. Asystole does not respond to cardioversion and is managed with advanced life support interventions.
 


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Mild respiratory distress does not require an advanced airway device; oxygen supplementation and monitoring may be sufficient.

B. Ineffective bag-mask ventilation is an indication for using an advanced airway

device in pediatric advanced life support (PALS).

C. Initial assessment of a non-breathing child requires basic airway management techniques before considering advanced airway devices.

D. Effective spontaneous breathing does not require an advanced airway device.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. 1/2 to 1 inch (1.25 to 2.5 cm) is the recommended compression depth for infants during pediatric CPR.

B. 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 4 cm) is the recommended compression depth for children (ages 1 to puberty) during pediatric CPR.

C. The correct compression depth for chest compressions in pediatric advanced life support (PALS) for children and infants is 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm).

D. 2 to 2.5 inches (5 to 6.5 cm) is the recommended compression depth for adult patients during CPR.

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