Post colorectal surgery, patient developed tachycardia 140 bpm, hypotension 60/50 with ECG strip showing QRS tachycardia and monophasic VT. Asking about management?
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The question describes a clinical scenario involving a post-colorectal surgery patient who developed tachycardia and hypotension, with an ECG showing QRS tachycardia and asks for management options.
Answer
Electrical cardioversion
The final answer is electrical cardioversion.
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The final answer is electrical cardioversion.
More Information
Electrical cardioversion is used as an emergency treatment for unstable VT to rapidly restore normal heart rhythm.
Tips
Ensure to assess the patient's hemodynamic status. Electrical cardioversion is used for hemodynamically unstable patients.
Sources
- Monomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (MVT): Causes and Treatment - my.clevelandclinic.org
- Circulation- Tachydysrhythmias - SAEM - saem.org
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