Bradycardia Flashcards
1
Q
What are the symptoms of Bradycardia?
A
chest pain, SOB, decreased LOC, weakness, fatigue, light-headedness, dizziness and syncope
2
Q
What is the first line of treatment for a patient who has symptomatic Bradycardia?
A
Atropine 1 mg (up to 3 mg)
3
Q
If atropine is ineffective in treating symptomatic bradycardia, what is the next step?
A
Transcutaneous Pacing OR Dopamine Infusion OR Epinephrine Infusion
4
Q
What are the TCP requirements for symptomatic bradycardia?
A
Pacing 80 BPM: 30MA –> 200MA
-increase MA until there is electrical & mechanical capture (pacing spikes & QRS)
