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Digitally enabled acute care for atrial fibrillation: conception, feasibility and early outcomes of an AF virtual ward

Open Heart

A rhythm control strategy was pursued in 82% (n=41) and 20% (n=10) required 3 or more remote pharmacological interventions. Mean heart rate on admission to the virtual ward and discharge was 122±26 and 82±27 bpm respectively.

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Young Man with a Heart Rate of 257. What is it and how to manage?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Blood pressure was normal (109/83). If the rhythm converts and then reverts to tachycardia with either adenosine or electricity, Neither one of those modalities should be attempted until some longer acting pharmacological solution is given. He acknowledged that he had palpitations. but only when asked.