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    AHA ACLS Adult Bradycardia Algorithm Bradyarrhythmia typically seen when the heart rate is 50 / min. Priority should be to identify and treat the underlying cause Maintain patent airway; assist breathing if necessary Apply oxygen (if hypoxemic) monitor pulse oximetry Apply cardiac monitor; monitor blood pressure IV Access 12-lead ECG if available; do not delay treatment.

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    AHA ACLS Adult Bradycardia Algorithm

    Bradyarrhythmia typically seen when the heart rate is <50/min Is the bradyarrhythmia causing the symptoms?

    The Priority should be to identify and treat the underlying cause


    Maintain patent airway; assist breathing if necessary Apply oxygen (if hypoxemic); monitor pulse oximetry Apply cardiac monitor; monitor blood pressure IV Access 12-Lead ECG if available; do not delay treatment

    No
    Monitor and Observe

    Is the Bradyarrhythmia causing:


    Hypotension? Altered mental status? Signs of shock? Ischemic chest discomfort? Acute heart failure?

    Yes
    Dosing Give atropine If atropine is ineffective: Transcutaneous pacing Dopamine or epinephrine infusion may be used as an alternative to TCP.
    Atropine: 0.5mg IV push to repeat every 3-5 minutes. Max : 3mg Dopamine Infusion: 2-10 mcg/kg/min Epinephrine Infusion: 2-10 mcg/min

    Consider:
    Expert Consultation Transvenous pacing if other efforts are ineffective

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