A 72-year-old with pneumonia in hospital develops new-onset fast AF (HR 150), BP 100/65. He is breathless. What is the initial management priority?...

Question

A 72-year-old with pneumonia in hospital develops new-onset fast AF (HR 150), BP 100/65. He is breathless. What is the initial management priority?

Accepted Answer

Rate control with IV/PO beta-blocker if no contraindication

Answer

Immediate electrical cardioversion for all AF

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Rhythm control with amiodarone in all cases

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No treatment required

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Start anticoagulation only

mrcp part 1 MCQ (SBA): Sepsis-related AF