You arrive at the scene of a 56 year old man who is not breathing. Your initial assessment reveals that the patient is pulseless and apneic. The patient's wife tells you that her husband suddenly grabbed his chest and then passed out. After successfully resuscitating the patient, you provide immediate transport. While en route to the hospital, the patient goes back into cardiac arrest. Your next step should be
A. tell your partner to stop the ambulance.
B. Begin CPR and proceed to the hospital
C. contact medical control for further advice.
D. analyze the patient's rhythm with the AED.
Ans: A. tell your partner to stop the ambulance.
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