Arrhythmias Flashcards
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Features of arrhythmia
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Frequency
Heart rhythm - reg or irreg
Length - occasional or sustained
Associated syncope
Onset and offset - sudden onset is more suggestive of arrhythmia
Underlying medical problem
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Investigations for arrhythmia
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ECG - consider 24 hrs if frequent enough
TFT
Echo and cardiology review
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Treatment for arrhythmia
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Reassurance most of the time
Anticoagulation in AF
pharmacotherapy if associated with syncope of hypotension - beta blockers, adenosine ( for SVT)
DC cardioversion if unresponsive to tx
Pacemakers need to be switched off in labour to avoid inappropriate shocks
