Narrow complex tachycardia (irregular):
- If atrial fibrillation, consider Amiodarone (if onset <48 hours)
- Transport for rate control
Broad complex tachycardia (regular):
- Early recognition
- 12 Lead ECG should not delay transport
- Synchronised cardioversion
- Consider Amiodarone if cardioversion unsuccessful
Broad complex tachycardia (irregular):
- Resuscitation equipment should be at hand
- Consider unstable patient as being time-critical and in a peri-arrest state.