…are provoked by a change of position — turning over in bed, lying down, standing up, tilting the head backwards. A symptom free interval between attacks…

…not investigated. Contraindications Haemodynamic instability — hypotension, shock, impaired consciousness or pulmonary oedema. Treat the arrhythmia first. Known stricture or tumour of the nose, pharynx or…

…both are predictable. Indications Inability to protect the airway: reduced level of consciousness, loss of pharyngeal reflexes, vomiting with a risk of aspiration. Inadequate oxygenation…

…or by the treatment. Indications A clinically or radiologically confirmed dislocation of the shoulder, elbow, finger, patella, jaw or hip prosthesis. A dislocation with neurovascular…

…This interval includes: The time from symptom onset to recognition and seeking medical assistance. Prehospital assessment, treatment and transport. Diagnostic assessment and initiation of reperfusion…

…sinus rate. In the AV node, adenosine produces a transient, rate dependent prolongation of the A H interval, frequently manifesting as transient first , second , or…

…presenting more than 12 hours after symptom onset, PPCI is recommended when there are: ongoing symptoms suggestive of ischaemia; haemodynamic instability; or life threatening arrhythmias…

…injuries, hemodynamic and respiratory instability, multiorgan failure, infections, seizures and temperature management. The ICU is the preferred level of care for the absolute majority. The…

…bradycardia with hemodynamic instability Acute bradycardia with hemodynamic effects is a potentially life threatening condition and should be managed urgently. The risk of cardiogenic shock…

…from symptom onset is 12 h, a primary PCI strategy is indicated in the presence of ongoing ischemic symptoms, haemodynamic instability, or life threatening arrhythmias…