Supraventricular Tachycardia Flashcards
1
Q
How do we determine stable from unstable PSVT?
A
Mental status
Hypotension
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
2
Q
What is the treatment plan for a patient in stable PSVT?
A
Vagal Maneuvers Adenosine- 6mg Adenosine- 12 mg Adenosine- 12 mg Consider Cardizem 0.25 mg/kg for afib with rvr
3
Q
What is the treatment plan for a patient that is considered unstable PSVT?
A
Versed- 2mg up to 10 mg max dose
Cardiovert- 50 J, 100,200,300,360
4
Q
If at any point in treatment the patient becomes unstable, what should happen?
A
Immediate synchronized cardioversion
5
Q
What are the specifications needed to determine a supra ventricular tachycardia?
A
Heart rate must be greater than 150 BPM and Narrow/atrial in origin
