You have been on the scene of a 55-year-old cardiac arrest patient for 30 minutes. You have full ALS care initiated, with no response to therapy. You should:

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After 30 minutes of cardiac arrest with no response to ALS therapies, it is appropriate to consider termination of the arrest. Continuing to work on the patient may not be beneficial and may prolong their suffering. It is important, however, to have a discussion with medical control and the patient's family or loved ones before making this decision.

You Have Been on the Scene of a 55-Year-Old Cardiac