A 63-year-old with HFrEF (LVEF 30%) presents to the ED with AF with rapid ventricular response (HR 150), BP 128/78, no chest pain or hypotension. Best...

Question

A 63-year-old with HFrEF (LVEF 30%) presents to the ED with AF with rapid ventricular response (HR 150), BP 128/78, no chest pain or hypotension. Best initial rate control?

Accepted Answer

Metoprolol tartrate IV

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Amiodarone IV bolus

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Diltiazem IV bolus then infusion

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Verapamil IV

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Digoxin as sole first-line therapy

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Atrial Fibrillation

A 63-year-old with HFrEF (LVEF 30%) presents to the ED with AF with rapid ventricular response (HR 150), BP 128/78, no chest pain or hypotension. Best initial rate control?