ACLS Certification
Practice Test

Question 3 of 3
A 35 year-old woman presents the ED with a chief complaint of palpitations. She has no chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or lightheadedness. Which of the following is indicated first?
give metoprolol 5 mg IV and repeat if necessary
give adenosine 12 mg IV slow push (over 1-2 mins)
give adenosine 3 mg IV fast
perform vagal maneuvers