You are treating a 48-year-old man who has fallen off a ladder. He is complaining of pain to his right elbow and right ankle. His vital signs are: blood pressure 110/74, pulse 48, respirations 18 bpm, blood sugar 88 mg/dL. How should you manage his bradycardia?
A) Provide aspirin and IV fluid bolus for cardiac compromise.
B) He is asymptomatic therefore supportive treatment is indicated.
C) Request ALS intercept to administer cardiac medications.
D) Apply transcutaneous pacing pads and begin pacing the patient.
B
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