Emergency Care

Beyond the simple “shock box”: Pearls and pitfalls of synchronized cardioversion and transcutaneous pacing

June 6, 2024, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET/10 a.m. – 11 a.m. PT

Who?
Shannon P Burton, MSN, AGACNP, SCRN

Why?

Synchronized cardioversion is a potentially life-saving intervention that an EMS clinician must be prepared to use at a moment’s notice. This defibrillation mode adds an element of safety in the electrical treatment of organized, unstable rhythms.   Are you confident that you are prepared to use synchronized cardioversion as safely and effectively as possible? Are there any additional pearls for avoiding complications? What is the best initial energy?     Join Michael Levy, MD to take a deeper dive into synchronized cardioversion to review the application of the technique and learn how to substantially improve your comfort with it and build confidence in the successful treatment of a critical condition.  

Objectives:

1. Understand the indications and contraindications for synchronized cardioversion.
2. Demonstrate the correct procedure and equipment for performing synchronized cardioversion.
3. Discuss potential complications associated with synchronized cardioversion and how to avoid them.

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