Briefly explain why sodium bicarbonate is used in resuscitation and why some say that its use should be limited
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: During cardiac arrest, the pH of the blood decreases rapidly and the effectiveness of any emergency drug is great diminished. Sodium bicarbonate corrects this acidosis and brings the pH of the blood back within a normal range. There is controversy as to its true effectiveness. It may actually increase acidosis. The American Heart Association guidelines recommend using it only after other measures have failed.
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