Question

Which of the following scenarios does NOT involve the administration of ALS?

A. a 53-year-old patient who is given glucagon for significant hypoglycemia Incorrect
B. a 64-year-old cardiac arrest patient who is defibrillated with an automated external defibrillator (AED) Correct
C. a 48-year-old patient whose airway is secured with a multilumen device Incorrect
D. a 61-year-old trauma patient whose chest is decompressed with a needle Incorrect

Answer 1

The scenario not involving ALS is the use of an AED on a cardiac arrest patient, as AEDs are considered a BLS tool and designed for use by the general public.

Step-by-step explanation:

The scenario that does NOT involve the administration of Advanced Life Support (ALS) is a 64-year-old cardiac arrest patient who is defibrillated with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The use of an AED is considered Basic Life Support (BLS) because it is designed to be used by laypersons. AEDs are commonly found in public places and provide verbal instructions to assist nonmedical personnel in performing a critical lifesaving intervention in the event of cardiac arrest.

Automated External Defibrillators analyze the patient's heart rhythm and, if necessary, deliver a shock to restore a normal heartbeat. CPR is often recommended before the use of an AED to provide immediate assistance to the patient and can be a part of BLS procedures. In contrast, ALS procedures, such as administering glucagon, securing an airway with a multilumen device, or decompressing a chest with a needle, are typically performed by healthcare professionals with advanced training.