Define mean arterial pressure

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Assignment:

Age: 75 years
Complaints: syncopal episode, dizziness, and shortness of breath
Vital signs: BP 86/40 mmHg, SpO2 90%, HR 39 bpm , RR 22
Cardiac monitor shows bradycardia
Shoch MAP 55
Disarm 5.2

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Before administering the medication ordered by the HCP, the RN would need to ensure that there is available access. What access would be necessary in this case? How many accesses would you try to establish and what size gauge would you attempt with?

You have established access and have delivered the medication as ordered. How would you determine that the medication has been effective?

Define mean arterial pressure (MAP). What is the significance of mean arterial pressure in this case?

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