Tachycardia critical pathways

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Steven Bellm, M.D. [2]

Critical Pathways

Tachycardia Critical Pathways

Wide QRS-Complex

Yes

No

Definitions

• Tachycardia is defined as a heart rate of greater than 100 beats/min.
• Wide QRS if 3 or more QRS>0,12 s

Action Items

• Maintain patent airway
• Maintain i.v. access
• Assist breathing as needed
• Administer oxygen if hypoxemic
• Monitor blood pressure, oximetry and attach ECG monitor/defibrillator