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What is the dose of adenosine recommended for an adult patient with supraventricular tachycardia?
What is the dose of adenosine recommended for an adult patient with supraventricular tachycardia?
- 12 mg (correct)
- 5 mg
- 3 mg
- 10 mg
Which of the following is a contraindication for administering adenosine in a patient with supraventricular tachycardia?
Which of the following is a contraindication for administering adenosine in a patient with supraventricular tachycardia?
- Known Sick sinus syndrome (correct)
- History of atrial fibrillation
- Normal QT interval
- 2nd degree heart block with a functioning pacemaker
What is the mechanism of action of adenosine in treating supraventricular tachycardia?
What is the mechanism of action of adenosine in treating supraventricular tachycardia?
- Enhances inotropic effects
- Increases heart rate
- Slows tachycardias associated with the AV node (correct)
- Causes vasoconstriction
Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse/side effect of adenosine administration?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse/side effect of adenosine administration?
What should be done before administering adenosine to a patient with supraventricular tachycardia?
What should be done before administering adenosine to a patient with supraventricular tachycardia?
What type of access is preferred for adenosine administration in adults?
What type of access is preferred for adenosine administration in adults?
How many times can the dose of adenosine be repeated if needed in an adult with supraventricular tachycardia?
How many times can the dose of adenosine be repeated if needed in an adult with supraventricular tachycardia?
'Slows tachycardias associated with the AV node' refers to the effect of adenosine on what type of cardiac rhythm?
'Slows tachycardias associated with the AV node' refers to the effect of adenosine on what type of cardiac rhythm?
'Large bore IV' is recommended to minimize what potential complication during adenosine administration?
'Large bore IV' is recommended to minimize what potential complication during adenosine administration?
'Known History of Long QT Syndrome' is listed as a contraindication due to the potential for what complication?
'Known History of Long QT Syndrome' is listed as a contraindication due to the potential for what complication?
