Question

A 68YO woman presents with light-headedness, nausea and chest discomfort. Your assessment finds her awake and responsive but appearing ill, pale and grossly diaphoretic. Weak, thready, fast radial pulse. Unable to obtain BP. No obvious dependent edema, flat neck veins. Her lung sounds are equal, with moderate rales bilaterally. On the basis of this pt's initial assessment, which ACLS algorithm should you follow?

A)Adult Tachycardia With a Pulse
B)Apply oxygen
C)Perform defibrillation
D)Synchronized cardioversion

Answer 1

Based on the patient's symptoms and initial assessment findings, the ACLS algorithm that should be followed is 'Adult Tachycardia With a Pulse'.

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on the patient's initial assessment, the ACLS algorithm that should be followed is Adult Tachycardia With a Pulse. The patient's symptoms of light-headedness, nausea, chest discomfort, and weak, thready, fast radial pulse indicate a tachycardic condition. The algorithm will guide the healthcare provider in assessing and managing the patient's condition, including interventions such as administering oxygen, obtaining blood pressure, and providing appropriate treatment.