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Understanding Pediatric Tachycardia With Poor Perfusion Video
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Video at a Glance
- This video details the pediatric tachycardia with a pulse and poor perfusion algorithm.
- Administer oxygen if needed and get a set of vital signs.
- A 12-lead ECG is preferred as long as it doesn’t delay treatment.
- All types of tachycardias are discussed.
- If the child is unstable, treatment is immediate cardioversion using half of the defibrillation dose.
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