Algorithms
Pediatric
Pediatric Tachycardia
Separate sinus tachycardia from SVT by history, rate, and variability. Compromised patients get synchronized cardioversion.
Interactive pathway
- Action
Identify and treat the underlying cause
- Maintain airway; assist breathing
- Oxygen, monitor, IV/IO access, 12-lead ECG
- Decision
Cardiopulmonary compromise?
Hypotension · acutely altered mental status · signs of shock