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These 7 task cards are an important part of our malignant hyper-
thermia response protocol. They help make sure that everyone
has something to do, and that everything gets done, in the midst
of a crowded OR during an emergency response.
1. Call for help. Include the number to call to alert all employ-
ees in the facility about the event and ask for all available person-
nel to assist.
2. Start mixing the dantrolene. Note where the dantrolene is
stored in the MH cart and instruct the person to gather as
many staff members as possible to help with this critical
assignment.
3. Get cold saline. Get Ice. Include the locations of the refriger-
ated saline solution for IV infusion and the ice to pack around the
patient.
4. Get the crash cart. Note the cart's location on the card. The
cart contains a defibrillator, paddles, epinephrine and cardiac
Task Cards Organize Response Efforts
• READY TO DEAL Task cards hung on MH carts are easily accessible and give responding staff members clear directions
about what they should be doing.
ASSIGNED ROLES
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