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Cardiac Dysrhythmia Flashcards

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What is Pulsless Electrical Activity

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  1. Electrical activity on monitor but patient does not have a pulse.
  2. Pacemaker should not be placed bc heart still has electrical conduction.
  3. It’s the muscles pumping that have failed
  4. DO NOT SHOCK
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What rhythms are the deterioration cascade?

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Ventricular Tachycardia
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Asystole

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What is an easy way to remember Tx for PEA?

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P: Possible cause... ABC's
E: Epinephrine
A: Atropine
This is a Do Not Shock rhythm.
CPR is indicated
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What are some common causes and Tx for PEA?

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4 H's and an A, D
Hypoxia
Hypovolemia
Hypokalemia
Hyperkalemia
Acidosis
Drug tox
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