Multiple Choice
The patient has pulseless electrical activity ( PEA ) .The doctor decides that the cause of the PEA is pericardial tamponade.What is the most appropriate treatment for pericardial tamponade?
A) Atropine
B) Chest tube placement
C) Pericardiocentesis
D) Transcutaneous pacemaker
Correct Answer:
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