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Ventricular Tachycardia — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardCardiologyVentricular TachycardiaRACP Paediatrics

A 6-year-old girl presents with tachycardia and hypotension. ECG shows wide complex tachycardia at 200/min. CRT is 5 seconds. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

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Correct answer: B — Ventricular Tachycardia

Haemodynamically unstable wide complex tachycardia requires immediate synchronised DC cardioversion starting at 1 J/kg.

Reference: Australian Resuscitation Council – 2025 – Paediatric Advanced Life Support Guidelines