Not effective for infranodal third-degree heart block. Interactions None for this indication Pregnancy C - Safety for use during pregnancy has not been established. May enhance automaticity during asystole. Can be used for bradycardia in pediatric patients. Preventing secondary asystole requires early recognition and treatment of the preceding event.
Death often occurs.
Advice about electrical storm safety and prevention of hypothermia is appropriate for those likely to be exposed to these conditions. Emergency Cardiac Care Committee and Subcommittees, American Heart Association. Part I. Introduction. Traumatic sinus node dysfunction. The incidence of pulmonary embolus in unexplained cardiac death with pulseless electrical activity.