Agonal

Also known as Secondary Ventricular Standstill. Inherent Rate: Less than 20 Ventricular beats per minute. ACLS algorithm per Asystole protocols must be initiated immediately. INTERVENTIONS: based on AHA 2016 ACLS Guidelines. - Perform high-quality CPR - Start IV/IO, draw/send labs - Give Epinephrine 1 mg (1:10,00 solution) IV/IO followed by a 10-20 mL NS/LR flush, repeat every 3-5 minutes - Correct possible causes - Consider advanced airway - NO shock! There are no erratic impulses to stop