A 32-year-old male in the cardiac coronary unit is hypotensive with a blood pressure of 60/30mmHg. | Medibuddy
7th February 2024

A 32-year-old male in the cardiac coronary unit is hypotensive with a blood pressure of 60/30mmHg.

A 32-year-old male in the cardiac coronary unit is hypotensive with a blood pressure of 60/30mmHg. He has a pulse but has become unresponsive. Telemetry and ECG confirm ventricular tachycardia. DC cardioversion was attempted with no change in the rhythm. He still has a pulse following three shocks. 

Given the next course of action per the UK Resuscitation Council, which phase of the cardiac action potential generation does this medication target?

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