Defibrillation Basics | For DO, MD, NP, PA [Part 1]

In this video series, we’ll go through a step-wise approach for recognizing and treating tachycardias, focusing on the clinically relevant elements on the ECG that will impact management. Here we look at synchronized cardioversion, how to place pads, what medications to give, and how to use the defibrillator. Resources: Thank you to Dr. Kanakia and Dr. Moody for assistance with the presentation. Also, thank you to Dr. Brown for the excellent Cardiology lectures in the Louisville Lecture Series. Lastly, thank you to litfl.com for its excellent, easy-to-use information regarding ECGs. Disclaimer: The topics in these videos provide general information about medicine for students and practitioners. It should not be used as medical advice and should be used for informational purposes only. The information may be incomplete, incorrect, not be current or up-to-date, therefore, please seek further information prior to treatment. If you have a medical concern, please seek medical advice from a qualified medical professional and do not delay care based on what you have seen in these videos.

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