Bradycardia w/ Pulse Flashcards
1
Q
Clinical picture + HR below …
A
50 BPM
2
Q
If bradycardia is not causing symptoms…
A
Monitor and observe
3
Q
If bradycardia is causing symptoms…
A
.5 mg atropine –> repeat q 3-5 min (max 3mg)
4
Q
If atropine doesn’t work…
A
Transcutaneous pacing OR DA infusion (2-20 mcg/kg/min) OR Epi invusion (2-10 mcg/kg/min)
5
Q
Bradycardia further mgmt:
A
consult cardio, transvenous pacing