After every 2 minutes of CPR, if the rhythm is shockable, what should you do?

• A. Stop CPR to check for pulse
• B. Resume CPR immediately and administer 1 shock
• C. Give epinephrine only
• D. Do nothing and wait

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that when the rhythm is shockable, the priority is to deliver a defibrillation shock as soon as a rhythm check shows it, and then immediately resume high-quality CPR. After completing a two-minute cycle of chest compressions, you pause briefly to analyze the rhythm. If the rhythm is shockable, administer one defibrillation shock as quickly as possible, and right after delivering the shock, resume CPR without delay to minimize hands-off time. This sequence helps terminate the dangerous rhythm and keeps blood flow going until return of spontaneous circulation. Medications like epinephrine are given on a separate, later step per ACLS timing, not instead of the shock.