A 33-year-old with episodic palpitations shows SVT on ECG (regular narrow complex 180 bpm). Vagal manoeuvres fail. BP 118/74. What is the next step?...

Question

A 33-year-old with episodic palpitations shows SVT on ECG (regular narrow complex 180 bpm). Vagal manoeuvres fail. BP 118/74. What is the next step?

Accepted Answer

IV adenosine bolus

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Synchronous DC cardioversion immediately

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IV amiodarone loading

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IV verapamil plus beta-blocker together

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Oral bisoprolol and observe

mrcem sba MCQ (SBA): SVT