Narrow Complex Tachycardia Flashcards
1
Q
Acts as a blocker of the AV node, is a class V antiarrhytmic.
A
adenosine
2
Q
Adenosine is NOT to be used on _____.
A
- sick sinus syndrome (sinus pauses)
- 2nd or 3rd degree block without pacemaker (shutting down the AV node would slow/prevent ventricular escape)
3
Q
Unstable, narrow-complex tachyarrythmias should be (chemically/electrically) cardioverted.
A
electrically
4
Q
Synchronized cardioversion doses.
A
100 J
200 J
300 J
360 J
5
Q
Prior to synchronized cardioversion, what should be administered?
A
Midazolam, 2 mg IV/IO
6
Q
Carotid massage is a permitted intervention in the McLean County EMS System. T/F
A
FALSE!!!
7
Q
Narrow complex tachycardia should NOT be treated with adenosine if the heart rate is less that ____ BPM w/o Medical Control order.
A
150
