The nurse knows that in advanced cardiac life support,the secondary survey includes steps A-B-C-D where "D" refers to:
A) defibrillate.
B) differential diagnosis.
C) diltiazem intravenous push.
D) do not resuscitate.

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The A-B-C-D (airway,breathing,circulation,differential diagnosis)in the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)secondary survey involves the performance of more in-depth assessments and interventions.Differential diagnosis involves investigation into the cause of the arrest.If a reversible cause is identified,a specific therapy can be initiated.

The Nurse Knows That in Advanced Cardiac Life Support,the Secondary