A 70‑year‑old with stable AF and HR 140/min presents without hypotension or ischemia. What is the appropriate acute rate control?...

Question

A 70‑year‑old with stable AF and HR 140/min presents without hypotension or ischemia. What is the appropriate acute rate control?

Accepted Answer

IV diltiazem bolus and infusion titrated to HR

Answer

IV adenosine bolus

Answer

Synchronized cardioversion immediately

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Initiate IV lidocaine

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Start oral amiodarone now only

us-abem MCQ (SBA): AF with RVR-Rate Control