Cardiovascular Pharmacology NCLEX RN Nursing Practice Question
The nurse assists the code team with an unresponsive and pulseless client. Which intervention does the nurse prepare for based on the electrocardiogram (ECG) tracing? See the image below.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Defibrillation is the treatment for pulseless ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia, per ACLS guidelines.