Question

A 69-year-old with new-onset AF and HF symptoms (EF 30%) is tachycardic at 130 bpm, stable. Which agent should be avoided for rate control?

Accepted Answer

IV diltiazem

Answer

IV amiodarone

Answer

IV metoprolol tartrate

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IV digoxin loading

Answer

Add beta-blocker and digoxin combination as needed

Practice question

A 69-year-old with new-onset AF and HF symptoms (EF 30%) is tachycardic at 130 bpm, stable. Which agent should be avoided for rate control?