Which drugs are recommended for administration via the endotracheal tube during resuscitation?

The administration of certain medications via the endotracheal tube is crucial during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when intravenous access is not available. Lidocaine, atropine, naloxone, and epinephrine are specifically recommended for this route because they can still elicit therapeutic effects even when delivered through the endotracheal tube.

Lidocaine is used to manage ventricular arrhythmias, especially in the context of cardiac arrest. Atropine can be useful in cases of bradycardia during resuscitation. Naloxone is an opioid antagonist that can reverse opioid overdose effects, which may lead to respiratory arrest or failure. Epinephrine is vital for its vasopressor effects, increasing coronary perfusion pressure during cardiac arrest and improving the chances of successful resuscitation.

The other options do not include medications that are recommended for endotracheal administration in this context, making them less appropriate choices for pediatric advanced life support scenarios.