Question

A 72-year-old man presents with palpitations, dizziness and BP 80/50 mmHg. ECG shows new-onset atrial fibrillation at 170 bpm. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Urgent synchronised DC cardioversion

Answer

Intravenous amiodarone bolus

Answer

Intravenous digoxin

Answer

Oral bisoprolol 5 mg

Answer

Apixaban 5 mg immediately

Practice question

A 72-year-old man presents with palpitations, dizziness and BP 80/50 mmHg. ECG shows new-onset atrial fibrillation at 170 bpm. What is the most appropriate immediate management?