USCG Exam PracticeEngine-room safety and hazardous materials
According to NEETS Mod. 1 §1-4, at approximately what current level through the chest does ventricular fibrillation and death become likely?
- A. 1–5 mA
- B. 10–15 mA
- ✓ 100–200 mACorrect
- D. 500 mA or greater
Why C is correct
NEETS Mod. 1 §1-4 states that roughly 100–200 mA through the chest causes ventricular fibrillation and death. Approximately 10 mA causes a muscular freeze ('can't let go'), and 1 mA is merely perceptible.
Cited:NEETS Mod. 1 §1-4