As you are assessing your patient admitted for acute coronary syndrome, she has a suddenly onset of chest pain accompanied by nausea and diaphoresis. She becomes unresponsive. A code is called and CPR is initiated as the defibrillator/monitor is set up. The following rhythm change was noted. What is the most appropriate intervention: a. Intubate the patient and continue positive pressure ventilations b Give epinephrine 1mg IV q3-5 minutes c. Give vasopressin 40 units IV d. Defibrillate at 200 joules
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