Quiz: Management of Ventricular Arrhythmias in the ED by Lance Ray

Which of the following is the primary treatment strategy for pulseless ventricular tachycardia (pVT) and ventricular fibrillation (VF)?

Which antiarrhythmic medication was found superior to amiodarone in the PROCAMIO trial for stable monomorphic ventricular tachycardia?

What is the recommended initial bolus dose for lidocaine in the treatment of ventricular tachycardia?

Which of the following mechanisms underlies Torsades de Pointes (TdP) in acquired long QT syndrome?

What is the maximum cumulative dose of procainamide recommended for treating stable ventricular tachycardia from the presentation?

Which intervention is indicated to prevent recurrence of Torsades de Pointes after initial stabilization?

Which of the following is a characteristic finding in ventricular tachycardia on an ECG?

In refractory ventricular fibrillation, which intervention showed improved rates of sustained return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) in retrospective studies?

What is the most common adverse effect associated with amiodarone during acute management of ventricular tachycardia?

Which population is at higher risk of developing ventricular dysrhythmias due to structural heart disease?