Differential Diagnoses: must know causes of wide QRS complexes
ECG Weekly Workout with Dr. Amal Mattu
HPI
A 15-year-old girl presents to the ED listless and tremulous. She is unable to provide a reliable history. Her heart rate is around 150 bpm and she is mildly tachypneic with otherwise normal vital signs. The following ECG is obtained:
Before watching this week’s video, ask yourself these questions:
- What ECG abnormalities do you notice?
- What is the rhythm?
- What are 5 major causes of wide QRS-complexes?
- How would you treat the patient?
