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Advanced Adult Health Nursing

Title: Cardiac Arrest Protocol, Epinephrine Differentiation, and Medication Error Prevention Poster Creation

Watch the video below then complete the following:

1. Create a protocol for cardiac arrest using the most updated guidelines from the American Heart Association
2. Differentiate between epinephrine 1:1000 vs epinephrine 1:10,000
3. Create a poster to be placed in the medication room to help prevent epinephrine medication errors. 
Rubric for Cardiac Arrest Protocol, Epinephrine Differentiation, and Poster Creation:
Criteria 1: Cardiac Arrest Protocol (40 points)
Points Description
10 Accurate assessment protocol based on AHA guidelines
10 Detailed CPR guidelines including chest compressions and rescue breathing
10 Correct use of AED where applicable
10 Proper documentation and reevaluation steps
Criteria 2: Differentiation between Epinephrine 1:1000 vs 1:10,000 (30 points)
Points Description
15 Clear explanation of differences in concentration (1:1000 vs 1:10,000)
10 Accurate indications and contexts for the usage of each concentration
5 Concise and understandable information
Criteria 3: Creation of Epinephrine Medication Error Prevention Poster (30 points)
Points Description
10 Clearly labeled poster title and purpose
10 Accurate depiction of dosage and concentrations for both forms of epinephrine
5 Clarity in step-by-step administration guidelines
5 Visual appeal and effectiveness in conveying prevention methods
Scoring Ranges:
90-100: Exceptional understanding and execution across all tasks
80-89: Very good, meets requirements with minor improvements possible
70-79: Adequate understanding but with noticeable areas for enhancement
Below 70: Needs significant improvement, several aspects are inaccurate or incomplete