Tachyarthmyia Flashcards
1
Q
What signs in tachycardia would be consider DC shock?
A
Shock, syncope, MI or heart failure
2
Q
If we have to shock for tachycardia what else do we consider
A
3 attempts shock
Amiodarone infusion (300mg IV over 20 minutes, then 900mg over 24 hours)
3
Q
Broad complex tachycardia
How to treat?
A
If VT- Amiodarone 300mg over 20 minutes then 900mg over 24 hours
If SVT with no BBB then treat as for narrow complex tachycardia
4
Q
Narrow complex tachycardia - regular?
A
SVT (tends to stay at same rate, sinus tachycardia waxes and wanes in contrast)
5
Q
SVT treatment?
A
Vagal manourves, carotid massage
Adenosine 6mg IV STAT –> 12mg –> 12mg
6
Q
Narrow complex tachycardia- irregular?
A
AF
7
Q
How to treat AF Tachycardia
A
Beta blocker or diltazem
HF- Digoxin or Amiodarone
