ECG-SUPRAVENTRICULAR ARRHYTHMIA (AF)

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TOPIC SUMMARY


1. Most common sustained cardiac dysrhythmia.
2. Characterised by lack of P waves & irregularly irregular rhythm.
3. Causes: IHD, HTN, ACS, sepsis, hypotension, thyrotoxicosis, pericardial disease.
4. Management: anticoagulation, control HR, cardioversion if haemodynamic compromise present.

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Reference(s)

Gale, M., Grantham, H., Morley, P. and Parr, M. (2016). Advanced Life Support Level 1: 3rd Australian Edition. Australian Resuscitation Council.
American College Of Surgeons. Committee On Trauma (2012). ATLS : student course manual. Chicago, Ill.: American College Of Surgeons.