A 10-month-old infant is seen in the emergency department for a heart rate of 226 beats per minute. Supraventricular tachycardia is diagnosed. The emergency department nurse will prepare to assist with which possible treatments? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
A)Administration of intravenous adenosine (Adenocard)
B)Administration of intravenous amiodarone (Cardarone)
C)Preparation for cardioversion
D)Application of ice to the face
E)Having the child perform a Valsalva maneuver

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Adenosine is a first-line treatment for supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) due to its ability to temporarily block the AV node and reset the heart rhythm. Amiodarone is used for various types of tachyarrhythmias, including SVT, when other treatments are ineffective or contraindicated. Cardioversion is a procedure that can be used in emergency situations to restore a normal heart rhythm when medication is not effective. Applying ice to the face can stimulate the vagus nerve, which can help slow down the heart rate in SVT. The Valsalva maneuver is generally not recommended for infants due to their inability to perform it.

A 10-Month-Old Infant Is Seen in the Emergency Department for a Heart