SAQ 1348 – Low core temperature collapse with ECG and VF arrest

A 31-year-old man with alcohol use disorder and intravenous drug use is found collapsed outdoors in winter and brought to ED by ambulance. His ECG is shown.

Observation	Value
GCS	7: E2 V1 M4
BP	90/50 mmHg
Temperature	29 degrees C

List four abnormal ECG findings consistent with hypothermia.

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List four methods of rewarming this patient.

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List three elements of supportive care.

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He develops VF arrest. List three modifications to standard ALS and give the rationale for each.

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Modification to ALS protocol | Rationale<br /> 1 |<br /> 2 |<br /> 3 |

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