ECG Basics and Fundamentals: a condition that is commonly misdiagnosed at polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (PMVT), torsades de pointes, and ventricular fibrillation
ECG Weekly Workout with Dr. Amal Mattu
HPI
A 55-year-old woman presents to the ED with mild to moderate COVID pneumonia. She reportedly had a syncopal episode while on a bed pan. The following rhythm strip was obtained around the time of the episode:
Before watching the video, look closely at this ECG and ask yourself:
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- What is the most likely underlying rhythm?
- The patient is found to be stable on reassessment, how would you manage this?
