Brain death Quiz: Ace Your Exams
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A 61-year-old man is brought to the emergency department (ED) by ambulance after being found unresponsive in the lake behind his home. The patient’s partner reports that the patient had gone outside to watch the sunset after consuming several cocktails. The partner later discovered the patient in the water, limp and unresponsive. Emergency personnel initiated cardiopulmonary resuscitation and return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) was achieved after 15 minutes. On arrival to the ED, the patient is comatose. A laryngeal mask airway (LMA) is in place, and a 16-gauge peripheral IV has been established. Temperature is 35.5°C (95.9°F), blood pressure 94/50 mmHg, heart rate is 54/min, respiratory rate is 14/min (via LMA), and oxygen saturation is 95% on 100% FiO₂ via bag-valve mask. The patient does not respond to verbal commands or noxious stimulation. Pupils are 3 mm and nonreactive to light. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?
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