General
vt
What does vt mean?
A rapid heart rhythm arising from the ventricles that can be life-threatening and may degenerate into cardiac arrest.
"Monitor shows VT — check for a pulse."
Origin
Initialism of 'ventricular tachycardia.'
Frequently asked questions
What does VT stand for?
VT is short for ventricular tachycardia, a rapid heart rhythm arising from the ventricles.
Why is VT dangerous?
It can be life-threatening and may degenerate into cardiac arrest, so it demands immediate attention.
Why check for a pulse in VT?
VT can occur with or without a pulse; whether the patient has a pulse determines the emergency treatment path.
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