DC Cardioversion Flashcards
1
Q
def
A
procedure which uses an electric current to reset the heart to convert an abnormal heart rhythm to a normal heart rhythm
AF commonly
2
Q
indications
A
1 haemodynamically unstable SVT (low BP)
2 AF
3 atrial flutter
3
Q
complications
A
1 stroke ( by dislodging a blood clot in heart caused by arrythmia)
2 arrythmias
3 hypotension
