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Broad complex Tachycardia - VT, Torsades de pointe Flashcards

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What is classed as a broad complex tachycardia?

A

Heart rate >100

QRS complex > 0.12

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What the types of broad complex tachycardia?

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Ventricular tachycarida

Torsades de pointe

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How is broad complex tachycardia diagnosed on ECG?

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Positive QRS concordance in chest leads
Marked left axis deviation
AV dissociation

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What is the management of broad complex tachycardia?

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High flow O2
Cardiac enzymes
Amiodarone

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