ACLS Certification
Practical Application
Practice Test

Question 2 of 3
A patient presents with the above rhythm complaining of an irregular heart beat. She has no other complaints. Past medical history is significant for an MI 7 years ago. BP is 110/70. At this time you would:
administer lidocaine 1 mg/kg IV
perform elective synchronized cardioversion with presedation
administer nitroglycerine 0.4 mg sublinqual or spray
continue monitoring and seek expert consultation
perform emergency synchronized cardioversion