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Voltage dose for narrow regular rhythm (such as SVT , a flutter)

50-100 j

Narrow irregular such as a fib rvr

120-200 j biphasic (LP -15)


Monophasic 200j

Wide regular such as monomorphic V tach

100 j

Wide irregular

Defibrillation dose (not synchronized)

Refractory unstable tachycardia

May double initial dose (max 200j)

Fast pad placement for cardioversion

Anterior/posterior