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Tachycardia Algorithm

This quiz will gauge your understanding from the ACLS Review series talking about the Tachycardia algorithm.

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Question 1 of 5

What rhythm is not typically associated with unstable tachycardia?

A

Supra-ventricular Tachycardia

B

Ventricular tachycardia

C

Complete heart block (3rd degree)

D

Atrial fibrillation

Question 2 of 5

The primary response to unstable tachycardia is:

A

Synchronize cardioversion

B

Defibrillation

C

Beginning chest compressions

D

To panic!

Question 3 of 5

For polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, we would consider giving:

A

Potassium

B

Calcium

C

Phosphorus

D

Magnesium

Question 4 of 5

If the patient has a narrow QRS and is regular, we want to first try:

A

Exercise

B

Medication

C

Vagal maneuvers

D

Calling a code

Question 5 of 5

If the vagal maneuvers fail, what medication can we try?

A

Adeonise

B

Atropine

C

Epinephrine

D

Dopamine

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