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EMR

EMT

AEMT

Paramedic

Extended

Pediatric Bradycardia

Pediatric Bradycardia

Universal Pediatric Assessment

Identify and treat underlying cause

Maintain airway, assist breathing

Oxygen

Cardiac monitor

, BP, oximetry

IO/IV access

. Consider

Fluid Bolus

20mL/kg

12-Lead ECG

if time permits, don’t delay therapy

CPR if heart rate < 60 bpm

Despite oxygenation and ventilation

Cardiopulmonary

compromise continues

Bradycardia persists

Epinephrine

1:10,000 IV/IO 0.01mg/kg (0.1mL/kg)

Repeat every 3-5 minutes

Atropine

IV/IO for increased vagal tone or 1° AVB

0.02 mg/kg. May repeat once.

Consider

Transcutaneous Pacing

If pulseless arrest develops:

Pediatric Pulseless Arrest