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After 2 more minutes of CPR, you notice that the patient is moving and his skin color improves. His vitals are HR 114/min, BP 63/47, SpO2 88%, spontaneous RR 8/min, and temperature 100.2 degrees. The infant is still slow to respond but is moving. What would be the next steps for this patient?

A. Obtain expert consultation
B. Continue oxygen
C. Administer atropine
D. Consider transthoracic pacing
E. Identify and treat underlying causes
F. Support ABCs

Answer :

Final answer:

The next steps for this patient would involve obtaining expert consultation, continuing oxygen therapy, and identifying and treating underlying causes.

Explanation:

The next steps for this patient should include:

  1. Obtain expert consultation: It is important to involve specialists who can provide further guidance and expertise in managing the patient's condition.
  2. Continue oxygen: Since the patient's SpO2 is still low at 88%, it is crucial to maintain oxygen therapy to improve oxygenation.
  3. Identify and treat underlying causes: To address the slow response and other abnormalities, identifying and addressing underlying causes is necessary for the patient's recovery.