You are transporting a 50-year-old male patient whom you successfully defibrillated at the scene. You are 5 minutes away from the hospital when the patient goes back into cardiac arrest. Which of the following is the best course of action?
A) Initiate CPR and continue transporting.
B) Tell the driver to stop, analyze the cardiac rhythm, and deliver a shock as necessary.
C) Tell the driver to stop and assist you with CPR, and request another unit for assistance.
D) Analyze the cardiac rhythm and deliver shocks as necessary.
B
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