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Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is the most common tachyarrhythmia of childhood and refers to a rapid heart rate of 200-300/min with no variation in rate during activity. It can lead to life-threatening congestive heart failure if left untreated. Symptoms in children may include palpitations, dizziness, or chest pain. Once an ECG confirms SVT, the nurse should anticipate nonpharmacological interventions (ie, vagal maneuvers) to convert SVT to sinus rhythm if the client is stable. Placing an ice bag to the client's face and instructing the client to hold their breath while bearing down (Valsalva) are vagal maneuvers that can slow electrical conduction through the heart's atrioventricular node (Option 3). If these maneuvers are ineffective, or if the client becomes unstable, administration of adenosine or synchronized cardioversion is indicated. IV epinephrine is not an appropriate treatment for a stable client with tachycardia and would further increase the client's heart rate. Epinephrine is typically used for clients with pulseless arrhythmias (eg, asystole). The tripod position opens the airway and promotes airflow, particularly for clients with significant airway obstruction (eg, epiglottitis). The child with palpitations may assume any position of comfort. Asynchronous defibrillation is indicated for the treatment of lethal cardiac arrhythmias (eg, ventricular fibrillation, pulseless ventricular tachycardia). Educational objective: Supraventricular tachycardia refers to a rapid heart rate of 200-300/min with no variation in rate during activity. The nurse should anticipate instructing the client to perform vagal maneuvers (eg, Valsalva) first if the client is stable.