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Understanding the Pediatric Tachycardia with a Pulse Algorithm Video
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Video at a Glance
- This video explains the PALS tachycardia with a pulse algorithm.
- Always check the airway first and get a baseline set of vitals.
- Next, get an ECG and note the width of the QRS.
- There are four types of tachycardias. Sinus tachycardia is the most common.
- A P-wave is always present in sinus tachycardia.
- SVTs can occur spontaneously. Treatments via vagal maneuvers and medications are discussed.
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