Atrial Flutter Flashcards
1
Q
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
2
Q
what is the usual conduction seen in atrial flutter?
A
2:1 leading to ventricular rate of 150 bpm
3
Q
atrial flutter is often the result of?
A
- pulmonary disease exacerbation
- pericarditis
- can happen after open heart surgery
4
Q
tx for atrial flutter
A
- radiofrequency catheter ablation
- AC (similar to AF guidelines)
