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Sinus Tachycardia Flashcards

1
Q

what is happening to the heart during sinus tachycardia?

A

BP is low
Ventricles are not filling up completely

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2
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What are the risk of Sinus tachycardia?

A

MI,
Decrease CO

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What causes Sinus tachycardia?

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TACHYHEARTS
Temp increase
Aerobics/exercise
Cardiac disease
Hyperthyroidism
Yep (pain)
Hemorrhage
Emotional
Anemia
Respiratory condition
Therapeutics (albuterol, epinephrine)
Stimulants

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4
Q

S/S of tachycardia ?

A

Decrease BP
SOB
Anxiety

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5
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Nursing intervention for Tachycardia ?

A

slow heart rate with meds

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IV Medication for tachycardia?

A

Amiodarone
Adenosine

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7
Q

medication for tachycardia and why?

A

CA channel blocker (verapamil) because it slows down the heart

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8
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What are electrical management for Tachycardia?

A

TEE first
synchronize cardio version
Ablation

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9
Q

How does the cardiac strip look for tachycardia ?

A

Camel hump

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10
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what is the rate for tachycardia?

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over 100 BPM

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