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ACLS Megacode Scenario 2 Video
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Megacode at a Glance
- A teenager experiences a head injury at a pool and has no pulse.
- You quickly initiate high-quality CPR at a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute, then deliver two rescue breaths.
- When the AED arrives, you turn it on, attach the pads, follow prompts, and deliver shocks.
- Between shocks, CPR continues, with rescuers switching roles to avoid fatigue.
- Once the EMS crew takes over, they administer epinephrine and continue rescue breathing.
- Atropine is given for persistent symptomatic bradycardia, raising the heart rate.
- The patient then begins weak respirations and is transported to a trauma center.
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