Student learning toolCreated by: Champsedine Arevalo, MAN, RN, EMT
Ventricular

Idioventricular Rhythm

Slow, wide ventricular escape rhythm.

LEAD II · 25 mm/sIVR

Characteristics

Rate
20–40 bpm
QRS
Wide, no P waves

Common causes

  • SA/AV node failure
  • Reperfusion after MI

ACLS treatment

  1. 1Support perfusion. Pacing if symptomatic. Do NOT suppress escape rhythm.

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