supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a fast heart rate caused by abnormal electrical impulses above the ventricles. It's an important condition for paramedics to recognise, as it often requires a pre-alert and blue light transfer to the hospital to slow the heart rate down. We cover how to identify SVT on an ECG, the common symptoms it can cause, and how it can sometimes present with a broad QRS complex, making it difficult to distinguish from ventricular tachycardia.#SVT #SupraventricularTachy

🌡️ When Your Heart Hits 200 Beats per Minute: Understanding SVT 💓Ever felt like your heart might burst out of your chest? That heart-pounding sensation can be more than just nerves—it could be Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT). This rapid, intense heart rhythm can spike your heart rate to over 200 beats per minute, leaving you short of breath, dizzy, and feeling out of control. Today, we’re diving into a powerful technique to calm your heartbeat: the Modified Valsalva Maneuver. 🧘‍♀️🩺🔹 What