G2015 Adult Tachycardia PDF
G2015 Adult Tachycardia PDF
G2015 Adult Tachycardia PDF
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60 min then 900 mg over 24 h
Possibilities include:
AF with bundle branch block
treat as for narrow complex
If known to be SVT with bundle
branch block:
Probable re-entry paroxysmal SVT:
Record 12-lead ECG in sinus rhythm
Seek expert help
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Pre-excited AF Treat as for regular narrow-
consider amiodarone If SVT recurs treat again and consider Possible atrial flutter:
complex tachycardia
anti-arrhythmic prophylaxis Control rate (e.g. with beta-blocker)
*Conscious patients require sedation or general anaesthesia for cardioversion