Arrhythmias
- Identify rhythm + hemodynamic stability first
- Unstable tachyarrhythmia → synchronized cardioversion
- Bradyarrhythmia → atropine/pacing as appropriate
- Stable therapy depends on rhythm mechanism
- Correct K/Mg, ischemia + drug triggers
- Antiarrhythmics can themselves be proarrhythmic
Use at a glance
- Identify rhythm + hemodynamic stability first
Practical pearls
- Unstable tachyarrhythmia → synchronized cardioversion
- Bradyarrhythmia → atropine/pacing as appropriate
Treatment options
- Correct K/Mg, ischemia + drug triggers
- Antiarrhythmics can themselves be proarrhythmic
Choosing treatment
- Stable therapy depends on rhythm mechanism
Self-check
- What should be identified first in Arrhythmias?
rhythm + hemodynamic stability.
- What is the first management step in Arrhythmias?
Identify rhythm + hemodynamic stability.
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