9 Questions
What is the maximum single dose of amiodarone for stable wide complex tachycardia?
150mg
What is the recommended dose of etomidate for unstable wide complex tachycardia?
0.1mg/kg
What are the contraindications for amiodarone infusion during synchronized cardioversion?
All of the above
What is the maximum number of times that amiodarone infusion can be repeated for stable wide complex tachycardia?
2 times
What is the recommended dose of etomidate for unstable wide complex tachycardia in pediatric patients?
0.1mg/kg
What is the QRS width threshold for obtaining 15 lead and 12 lead ECGs in pediatric patients with stable wide complex tachycardia?
0.08 (2 small boxes)
What is the recommended rate for administering amiodarone infusion for stable wide complex tachycardia?
30 gtts/min
What is the maximum single dose of etomidate that can be administered for unstable wide complex tachycardia?
6mg
What is the recommended protocol to follow if a patient's QRS width widens during amiodarone infusion for stable wide complex tachycardia?
Perform serial 15-lead ECGs
Test your knowledge on the administration of amiodarone to patients who convert after cardioversion with this quiz. Learn about contraindications and when to administer the medication based on certain conditions such as shocks by an ICD or AED. Improve your understanding of patient care with this informative quiz.
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