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Cardiac Arrest Algorithms (CPR, ACLS) · NCLEX Exam

What is the immediate action to take after identifying a patient in cardiac arrest?

  1. Secure IV access before starting any compressions.
  2. Begin chest compressions and activate emergency response.
  3. Complete a full physical assessment before starting CPR.
  4. Give epinephrine before beginning compressions.
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Correct answer: Begin chest compressions and activate emergency response.

Early recognition with immediate high-quality chest compressions and activation of the emergency response system are the first links in the chain of survival. Delaying compressions for IV access, assessment, or drugs reduces survival.

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