7308 Synchronized Cardioversion

Question 1

Indications

Answer 1

S/S of poor systemic perfusion
Confirm tachycardia>150 in adults, 180 in children, and 220 in infants
Confirm underlying causes have been treated

Question 2

Preparation

Answer 2

Supplemental 02

Confirm lead placement

Differentiate between narrow and wide complex tachycardia (print lead II strip, consider a 12 lead if there is time)

Strongly consider Versed, if IV access is difficult use IM/IN

Explain procedure