Atrial Flutter Flashcards

1
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atrial flutter diagnosis

A
  • reenterant arrhythmia
  • atrial rates between 250 to 340 bpm
  • saw-tooth pattern in inferior leads
  • positive deflection in lead V1
  • ventricular response is usually regular
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what is the usual conduction seen in atrial flutter?

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2:1 leading to ventricular rate of 150 bpm

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3
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atrial flutter is often the result of?

A
  • pulmonary disease exacerbation
  • pericarditis
  • can happen after open heart surgery
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4
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tx for atrial flutter

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  • radiofrequency catheter ablation

- AC (similar to AF guidelines)

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