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lb_gilbert

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The drug that increases the heart rate by blocking vagal tone is:
 
  A) magnesium sulfate
  B) atropine sulfate
  C) cordarone
  D) procainamide

Question 2

You are presented with a 42-year-old male who is unconscious with snoring respirations after a heroin overdose. HR = 64, BP = 98/50, RR = 6 and shallow, SaO2 = 91. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial treatment?
 
  A) Intubate, ventilate with supplemental oxygen
  B) IV access, administer a 250 cc fluid bolus
  C) BLS airway management and ventilation with supplemental oxygen
  D) IV access, administer naloxone
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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D


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