Question

A 24-year-old man presents with a stable narrow complex tachycardia (HR 180 bpm, BP 100/70 mmHg). Vagal manoeuvres are unsuccessful. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

Accepted Answer

IV Adenosine 6mg rapid bolus

Answer

IV Amiodarone 300mg infusion

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Synchronized DC cardioversion

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IV Metoprolol 5mg slow bolus

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IV Verapamil 5mg slow bolus

Practice question

A 24-year-old man presents with a stable narrow complex tachycardia (HR 180 bpm, BP 100/70 mmHg). Vagal manoeuvres are unsuccessful. What is the most appropriate next step in management?