Discover the difference between cardioversion and defibrillation and how to shock someone back to life. In this video, you'll learn how to perform both procedures and when each is required. Perform emergency procedures like a pro with our Emergency Procedures Masterclass: https://bit.ly/2wVAXJ7 | Medmastery | Facebook

⚡ CARDIOVERSION VS. DEFIBRILLATION follow @nursewellversed for visual nursing education Cardioversion and defibrillation are both forms of electrical shocks used to treat arrhythmias, but it’s important to know their differences and uses: ⚡ Cardioversion: Planned and SYNCED shock delivered on the R wave ⚠️ Delivered on R wave to prevent R on T phenomenon, which could cause vfib or lead to cardiac arrest Used for: → SVT → Afib → Stable Vtach with a pulse →Joules: 50-200 →Consent required before t