A 45-year-old male who was a case of polytrauma due to a road traffic accident came to the casualty. On examination, blood pressure was not recordable, carotid pulse was not felt and immediately cardiopulmonary resuscitation was started according to ACLS guidelines. The monitor showed asystole. The guideline which is not to be followed in this patient would be:
Defibrillation is done as early as possible.
Advanced airway and capnography should be considered.
Chest compressions should be started as first line measure.
Adrenaline is the drug of choice.
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