Up My Nursing Game - Episode 44: Vasovagal syncope

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Friday, March 3, 2023, 9:00 AM - Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 4:00 AM


Listen in as I share a case of vasovagal syncope with rapid response guru, Sarah Lorenzini from the Rapid Response RN Podcast, in which my patient had a syncopal episode while on telemetry. We discuss what the telemetry strip looked like, why atropine might not have been the best intervention for this patient and some of the treatment options for bradycardia.

1. Describe the pathophysiology of vasovagal syncope.
2. Understand the treatment options of symptomatic bradycardia.
3. Identify contraindications for the use of atropine.

There is no registration fee to participate.  Learners must listen to the entire podcast, score at least 100% on the post-test, and complete an activity evaluation in order to receive credit.


 
Annie Fulton reports no relevant financial disclosures.

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